An increase in tactile fremitus indicates denser or inflamed lung tissue, which can be caused by diseases such as pneumonia. A decrease suggests air or fluid in the pleural spaces or a decrease in lung tissue density, which can be caused by diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or asthma.
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resonant sound is normal. hyperresonant with overexpansion. tactile fremitus is increased /c solid mass or fluid, and decreased with air/fluid level or overexpansion. prolonged expiratory phase -> obstructive conditions.