dyspnea

dyspnea Definition

dysp·nea (disp nē′ə)

noun

shortness of breath

Etymology: L dispnoea < Gr dyspnoia < dys-, dys- + pnoē, breathing < pnein, to breathe: see pneuma

dyspnea Related Forms

dysp·ne′al adjective or dysp·ne′ic

dyspnea Usage Examples

Converse of object

exhibit: Speech is affected, and the victim usually exhibits dyspnea, cyanosis, and hypotension.

Adjective modifier

exertional: Pulmonary problems include both obstructive and restrictive lung disease, with symptoms of exertional dyspnea, sleep apnea, and reduced pulmonary endurance.

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