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  1. adult respiratory distress syndrome, ARDS, wet lung, white lungnoun

    acute lung injury characterized by coughing and rales; inflammation of the lungs which become stiff and fibrous and cannot exchange oxygen; occurs among persons exposed to irritants such as corrosive chemical vapors or ammonia or chlorine etc.

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  1. wet lung

    Wet lung, medically known as pulmonary edema, refers to a condition where there is an excessive accumulation of fluid in the lungs, particularly within the air sacs or alveoli. This can lead to difficulties in breathing and inadequate oxygen supply to blood, which can potentially be life-threatening. Possible causes include congestive heart failure, lung damage, infection, certain medications or exposure to certain toxins and allergens.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of wet lung in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of wet lung in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

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