No rhonchi

What does "No rhonchi" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"No rhonchi" is a term used in medicine to describe the absence of a certain type of sound in the lungs. Rhonchi are sounds that doctors listen for when they examine your lungs with a stethoscope. They are low, rumbling sounds that can indicate there might be a blockage or fluid in the airways of your lungs. So, if a doctor says "no rhonchi," it means they didn't hear these sounds and your lungs are likely clear.

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