Hyperinflated Chest Medical

Hyperinflated lungs: What does it mean? - Mayo Clinic

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/emphysema/expert-answers/hyperinflated-lungs/faq-20058169

Hyperinflated lungs are often seen in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) — a disorder that includes emphysema. Certain lung problems, such as asthma and cystic fibrosis, also can cause hyperinflation. In some cases, lungs …

Hyperinflated Lungs: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment - Verywell Health

https://www.verywellhealth.com/hyperinflation-of-the-lungs-914784

What Are Hyperinflated Lungs? - WebMD

https://www.webmd.com/lung/lungs-what-are-hyperinflated

Hyperinflated lungs are larger-than-normal lungs as a result of trapped air. It happens when you can’t exhale, or push out all of the air that’s in your lungs. The air gets trapped and …

Barrel Chest: Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and More

https://www.healthline.com/health/what-is-barrel-chest-and-what-causes-it

Barrel chest happens when the lungs become overfilled (hyperinflated) with air — like a balloon — as they work harder. This keeps the rib cage open or expanded for …