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Rales, Crackles

Definition

Rales, also known as crackles, are abnormal lung sounds that occur during breathing. They are characterized by a series of clicking, rattling, or crackling noises that can be heard through a stethoscope.

Usage

Rales can be heard in various medical conditions affecting the lungs, such as pulmonary edema, pneumonia, or chronic bronchitis. They are typically a sign of fluid or mucus in the airways.

Examples

Noun (plural): The doctor listened to the patient's chest and heard rales in the lower lobes of the lungs.

Verb: The nurse observed that the patient's breathing was accompanied by crackling sounds, indicating the presence of rales.

Adjective: The diagnostic test revealed significant rales in the patient's respiratory system.

Adverb: The doctor auscultated carefully, listening intently for any rales that might suggest a pulmonary problem.

Related Products

To learn more about lung sounds and respiratory conditions, you may be interested in the following products:

• Lung Sounds Stethoscope
• Pulmonary Edema: Diagnosis and Treatment
• A Comprehensive Guide to Pneumonia
• Managing Chronic Bronchitis