Rales

What does "Rales" 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

Rales is a term used in medicine to describe a specific sound that doctors hear when they listen to a patient's lungs. This sound is similar to a crackling noise and is usually heard when a person breathes in. It can indicate various health conditions, including pneumonia, heart failure, or lung disease. The presence of rales often helps doctors diagnose and determine the severity of these conditions.

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