Patient's question:
Bronchial asthma can present with paradoxical pulse, why is there no paradoxical pulse when the condition worsens?Doctor's answer:
Analysis of the condition: Hello! Pulsus paradoxus is a phenomenon where the pulse weakens or disappears during inspiration. It is primarily caused by a decrease in the amount of blood returning to the heart or the volume of blood being ejected. During asthma, the airways constrict, leading to expiratory dyspnea. In severe cases, it can affect the right heart's ability to pump blood to the lungs, resulting in pulsus paradoxus.Advice: Pulsus paradoxus usually occurs when asthma is severe, indicating severe airway obstruction. It is important to avoid exposure to substances that trigger asthma, such as dust, smoke, and others.