Pneumothorax (Lung Collapse)
Pneumothorax occurs when air departs the lung and enters the area between the lung and the chest wall. It could lead to a collapsed lung. This limits the lung’s ability to expand during breathing and may result in abrupt, severe pain or discomfort.
Numerous factors could be in play, such as:
- ailments related to smoking, such as cystic fibrosis, asthma [4], and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- a lung biopsy
- a blunt or piercing trauma
Additionally, dizziness, a fast heartbeat, and shortness of breath are possible symptoms of this illness. Anybody experiencing these symptoms should get medical help right away.