Crackles Lung Sounds Causes File

Swelling in the legs or sudden weight gain (common in heart failure).

Low-pitched, moist, bubbling; like pouring water or ripping Velcro. Pneumonia, severe pulmonary edema, bronchiectasis, COPD. Crackles Lung Sounds Causes

New or worsening (dyspnea), especially when lying flat. Chest tightness or pain. A persistent cough . Swelling in the legs or sudden weight gain

: Conditions like pulmonary fibrosis cause scarring and stiffness; the crackles here are often "fine" and sound like Velcro being pulled apart. severe pulmonary edema