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Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)

Young male doctor listens to older woman's lungs through a stethoscope while she is lying in a hospital bed. Young male doctor listens to older woman's lungs through a stethoscope while she is lying in a hospital bed.

Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a life-threatening lung injury that allows fluid to leak into the lungs. Breathing becomes difficult and oxygen cannot get into the body. Most people who get ARDS are already at the hospital for trauma or illness.

Learn About ARDS

What is ARDS and is it serious? Understand more about the condition and what factors may increase your risk.

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ARDS Symptoms and Diagnosis

Find out how to identify the signs and symptoms of ARDS and what to expect from your doctor.

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ARDS Treatment and Recovery

ARDS is a serious lung injury that can be frightening for patients and their loved ones. Learn how ARDS is treated and what survivors can do to regain lung function.

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Questions to Ask Your Doctor about ARDS

All patients with ARDS are hospitalized and may need help from their caregivers in making medical decisions. That is why patients and their loved ones need an open dialogue with physicians.

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