orthopnea
noun /ɔr'θɑpniə/
- Definition
- form of dyspnea in which the person can breathe comfortably only when standing or sitting erect; associated with asthma and emphysema and angina pectoris
- Example
- 'orthopnea' can be found in many classic books.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
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Obsolete
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Slang
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