Actually it’s not a term, but rather an abbreviation. SOB means Shortness of Breath. This makes for some comical moments. We were helping a deaf and mute gentleman, so the doctor used a piece of paper to write questions asking him about his symptoms. The doctor wrote “SOB?” You should have seen the look on this guys face.
Medical Term of the Day: SOB
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