rale

[US]/rɑːl/
[UK]/ræl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.An abnormal respiratory sound heard during auscultation of the lungs, such as a crackling, rattling, or bubbling sound, typically indicating a medical condition.
Word Forms
Pluralrales

Phrases & Collocations

rales present

fine rales

coarse rales

rales heard

crackling rales

inspiratory rales

basal rales

diminished rales

persistent rales

rales clearing

Example Sentences

the patient has fine rales in both lung bases.

coarse rales were heard during inspiration.

bilateral rales suggest possible pneumonia.

the doctor detected crackling rales on auscultation.

inspiratory rales are common in heart failure patients.

diffuse rales indicate interstitial lung disease.

rales disappeared after diuretic treatment.

fine rales suggest early-stage pulmonary fibrosis.

the nurse documented rales in the right lower lobe.

expiratory rales may indicate bronchial obstruction.

persistent rales require further investigation.

dry rales are characteristic of certain lung conditions.

rales vary in pitch and distribution.

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