This is caused by the failure of the lung to remove carbon dioxide.
Respiratory acidosis can be a consequence of bronchitis , asthma or airway obstruction .
In this case, the acidosis can be severe or mild. In chronic respiratory acidosis, there is retention of carbon dioxide in the lungs on a stable and regular basis, causing increased bicarbonate production and only a mild acidosis. All Rights Reserved. All rights reserved. The information contained above is intended for general reference purposes only.