Tag: Rhonchi

The human body is a symphony of sounds, and according to doctors, the common rumbling from the gut, known as borborygmi, is a natural and healthy part of digestion. **What is the sound of gurgling?** The noises can come from multiple places, including the intestines and lungs, and range from harmless to potentially serious depending on their location and accompanying symptoms.

According to the National Institutes of Health, abnormal or adventitious breath sounds are a common indicator of an underlying pulmonary disorder or other medical issue. This is what is an abnormal sound heard by a stethoscope—additional noises beyond the normal 'lub-dub' of the heart or the soft, rustling air moving through the lungs.