A long-term disorder of the lungs that can cause soreness in your airways, making it difficult to respire, is called asthma.
Bronchiectasis
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- June 13, 2022
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In our lungs, the passages that allow air to enter the lungs are called bronchi. And the lung condition that causes coughing up of mucus is called Bronchiectasis.
Bronchitis (Inflamed Mucous Membrane)
- Pulmonology
- June 13, 2022
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Bronchitis is the inflammatory disease of the bronchi or bronchioles. It results in excessive mucus secretion into the bronchioles, leading to the swelling of bronchiolar walls and narrowing of the bronchioles.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Pulmonology
- June 13, 2022
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A chronic inflammatory disease that leads to restricted airflow from the lungs is called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD.
Emphysema
- Pulmonology
- June 13, 2022
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Emphysema is the destruction of alveoli walls (air sacs in lungs). It results in larger sacs with less surface area for the gaseous exchange.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Pulmonology
- June 13, 2022
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Obstructive sleep apnea is the most predominant sleep disorder characterized by frequent episodes of partial or impartial blockage of the upper respiratory tract resulting in dyspnea (decreased breathing) or apnea (absent of breathing).
Interstitial Lung Disease
- Pulmonology
- June 13, 2022
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Interstitial lung disease, aka ILD, is a group of disorders that lead to progressive scarring (fibrosis) of lung tissue.
Occupational Lung Disease
- Pulmonology
- June 13, 2022
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Occupational Lung Disease is a work-related lung disease that reaches its peak in certain work environments. Exposure to certain chemicals that are inhaled through the nose or mouth is the main cause of occupational lung disease.
Spinal Stenosis What You Need To Know
- Pulmonology
- June 13, 2022
- 0
Your spine is composed of a column of bones, known as vertebrae, which play a significant role in supporting and stabilizing the upper body.
What Causes Arthritis & How Arthritis Pain Can Be Managed?
- Pulmonology
- June 13, 2022
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Bones and joints are the basic frameworks of the human body. These are the prime components that add structure to the human body and facilitate locomotion.
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