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{{Infobox medical condition
| name            = Trepopnea
| synonyms        =
| specialty      = [[Cardiology]], [[Pulmonology]]
| symptoms        = [[Dyspnea]] when lying on one side
| causes          = [[Heart failure]], [[Pleural effusion]], [[Unilateral lung disease]]
| diagnosis      = [[Clinical diagnosis]], [[Imaging studies]]
| treatment      = Treating the underlying cause
| frequency      = Rare
}}
'''Trepopnea''' is a medical condition characterized by the ease of breathing in one position over another. It is often associated with [[cardiovascular disease]] and [[pulmonary disease]].  
'''Trepopnea''' is a medical condition characterized by the ease of breathing in one position over another. It is often associated with [[cardiovascular disease]] and [[pulmonary disease]].  
== Overview ==
== Overview ==
Trepopnea is a type of [[dyspnea]], or shortness of breath, that is relieved in one body position compared to another. Patients with trepopnea often find it easier to breathe when lying on one side compared to the other. This is different from [[orthopnea]], where patients find it easier to breathe in an upright position, and [[platypnea]], where breathing is easier in a reclining position.
Trepopnea is a type of [[dyspnea]], or shortness of breath, that is relieved in one body position compared to another. Patients with trepopnea often find it easier to breathe when lying on one side compared to the other. This is different from [[orthopnea]], where patients find it easier to breathe in an upright position, and [[platypnea]], where breathing is easier in a reclining position.
== Causes ==
== Causes ==
Trepopnea is often associated with conditions that affect the heart and lungs. These can include:
Trepopnea is often associated with conditions that affect the heart and lungs. These can include:
* [[Congestive heart failure]] (CHF)
* [[Congestive heart failure]] (CHF)
* [[Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease]] (COPD)
* [[Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease]] (COPD)
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* [[Pulmonary edema]]
* [[Pulmonary edema]]
* [[Pulmonary embolism]]
* [[Pulmonary embolism]]
== Symptoms ==
== Symptoms ==
The main symptom of trepopnea is difficulty breathing or shortness of breath that is relieved by lying on one side. Other symptoms can depend on the underlying cause of the trepopnea and may include:
The main symptom of trepopnea is difficulty breathing or shortness of breath that is relieved by lying on one side. Other symptoms can depend on the underlying cause of the trepopnea and may include:
* [[Cough]]
* [[Cough]]
* [[Fatigue]]
* [[Fatigue]]
* [[Chest pain]]
* [[Chest pain]]
* [[Wheezing]]
* [[Wheezing]]
== Diagnosis ==
== Diagnosis ==
Diagnosis of trepopnea involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the trepopnea. These can include:
Diagnosis of trepopnea involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the trepopnea. These can include:
* [[Chest X-ray]]
* [[Chest X-ray]]
* [[Echocardiogram]]
* [[Echocardiogram]]
* [[Pulmonary function tests]]
* [[Pulmonary function tests]]
* [[Blood tests]]
* [[Blood tests]]
== Treatment ==
== Treatment ==
Treatment for trepopnea focuses on managing the underlying cause of the condition. This can include medications, lifestyle changes, and in some cases, surgery.
Treatment for trepopnea focuses on managing the underlying cause of the condition. This can include medications, lifestyle changes, and in some cases, surgery.
== See also ==
== See also ==
* [[Dyspnea]]
* [[Dyspnea]]
* [[Orthopnea]]
* [[Orthopnea]]
* [[Platypnea]]
* [[Platypnea]]
[[Category:Medical conditions]]
[[Category:Medical conditions]]
[[Category:Respiratory diseases]]
[[Category:Respiratory diseases]]
[[Category:Cardiovascular diseases]]
[[Category:Cardiovascular diseases]]
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Latest revision as of 04:29, 4 April 2025


Trepopnea
Synonyms
Pronounce N/A
Specialty Cardiology, Pulmonology
Symptoms Dyspnea when lying on one side
Complications N/A
Onset N/A
Duration N/A
Types N/A
Causes Heart failure, Pleural effusion, Unilateral lung disease
Risks N/A
Diagnosis Clinical diagnosis, Imaging studies
Differential diagnosis N/A
Prevention N/A
Treatment Treating the underlying cause
Medication N/A
Prognosis N/A
Frequency Rare
Deaths N/A


Trepopnea is a medical condition characterized by the ease of breathing in one position over another. It is often associated with cardiovascular disease and pulmonary disease.

Overview[edit]

Trepopnea is a type of dyspnea, or shortness of breath, that is relieved in one body position compared to another. Patients with trepopnea often find it easier to breathe when lying on one side compared to the other. This is different from orthopnea, where patients find it easier to breathe in an upright position, and platypnea, where breathing is easier in a reclining position.

Causes[edit]

Trepopnea is often associated with conditions that affect the heart and lungs. These can include:

Symptoms[edit]

The main symptom of trepopnea is difficulty breathing or shortness of breath that is relieved by lying on one side. Other symptoms can depend on the underlying cause of the trepopnea and may include:

Diagnosis[edit]

Diagnosis of trepopnea involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the trepopnea. These can include:

Treatment[edit]

Treatment for trepopnea focuses on managing the underlying cause of the condition. This can include medications, lifestyle changes, and in some cases, surgery.

See also[edit]

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