Respiratory

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

Severe lung injury causing hypoxaemic respiratory failure.

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Overview

Severe lung injury causing hypoxaemic respiratory failure.

Also known as: ards

In-depth guidance

A structured clinical overview of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome — symptoms, red flags, causes, and care pathways — is being prepared by our clinical reviewers. In the meantime:

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⚠ When to seek urgent care

Sudden severe symptoms, breathing difficulty, chest pain, confusion, fainting, severe bleeding, or any rapidly worsening illness need urgent assessment. Call your local emergency number.