Question

Is Dyspnea a sign or symptom?

Answer 1

Sign:

It is an effect that is observed by another person who can a friend or a doctor.

Symptom:

It is observed by the person who has it.

Dyspnea:

1. It is a condition in which a person has trouble breathing.
2. One feels like he/she cannot breathe enough air in their lungs.
3. It is often an indication of a disease.
4. This is a symptom that can be linked to many different conditions, like asthma, heart failure and lung disease.

Dyspnea is a symptom and when diagnosed by a doctor it becomes a sign.