CHEST Logo

2000 bridign ILD

 

Do you recognize the signs of ILDs?

A classic symptom is crackles on auscultation. Have you heard it?

It’s important to listen at the bottom of the lungs, where crackles are most commonly heard.

No video selected

Select a video type in the sidebar.
Other Classic Symptoms

• Chronic cough (dry, non-productive)
• Shortness of breath
• Clubbing of fingers
• Oxygen desaturation with ambulation (≥ 3% drop in pulse)
• Hypoxemia at rest


Take the Next Step

Time lost is lung lost.
Learn what you should know to reach an earlier diagnosis and start treatment more quickly.


Access our ILD Clinician Toolkit to find resources for steps to take when a patient displays signs of ILD,
including an ILD-specific patient questionnaire to use in practice, a decision-making tool, and much more.

ACCESS THE TOOLKIT

ABOUT CHEST

The American College of Chest Physicians is the global leader in advancing best patient outcomes through innovative chest medicine education, clinical research, and team-based care.

Learn More

CONTACT US

[fa icon="phone"]  +1 (224) 521-9800

[fa icon="envelope"]  helpteam@chestnet.org

[fa icon="home"]  2595 Patriot Blvd, Glenview IL 60026

Copyright 2024 © American College of Chest Physicians ®

Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

[fa icon="chevron-up"]Back to top