Bradypnea
Bradypnea
Bradypnea (pronounced: brad-ip-nee-uh) is a medical term that refers to an abnormally slow breathing rate. The word originates from the Greek words "bradys" meaning slow, and "pnoia" meaning breath.
Definition
Bradypnea is defined as a respiratory rate that is less than 12 breaths per minute for an adult. It is the opposite of Tachypnea, which is an abnormally fast breathing rate. Bradypnea can be a symptom of various medical conditions, including Hypothyroidism, Sleep Apnea, and certain neurological disorders.
Causes
Bradypnea can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Drug Overdose: Certain drugs, especially opioids, can slow down the breathing rate.
- Hypothermia: The body's metabolic processes slow down in cold temperatures, which can lead to bradypnea.
- Hypothyroidism: This condition, which involves low levels of thyroid hormones, can slow down the body's metabolic processes, including breathing.
- Sleep Apnea: This sleep disorder, which involves pauses in breathing or periods of shallow breathing during sleep, can cause bradypnea.
Symptoms
Symptoms of bradypnea can include:
- Shortness of breath
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Fainting
Treatment
Treatment for bradypnea typically involves addressing the underlying cause. For example, if a drug overdose is causing bradypnea, the individual may need to receive Naloxone, a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. If a condition like hypothyroidism or sleep apnea is causing bradypnea, the individual may need to receive treatment for that condition.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bradypnea
- Wikipedia's article - Bradypnea
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