Lack Of Sleep And Shortness Of Breath – Shortness of breath after physical activity or serious health problems such as stress and anxiety is normal. But shortness of breath when lying… Read More
Lung damage from vaping can result in conditions like lipoid pneumonia and bronchiolitis obliterans (popcorn lung). It also puts users at risk for primary spontaneous pneumothorax, which occ… Read More
Our respiratory system, one of the most vital, exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide. It has issues that may hinder its performance. To properly treat patients, one must grasp the causes, symp… Read More
Asthma: An Overview
Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to symptoms… Read More
Functions Of White Blood Cells In The Immune System – Macrophages are a type of white blood cell that play an important role in the human immune system and perform various functions in… Read More
Introduction
In the midst of an exhilarating run or after climbing a flight of stairs, have you ever noticed that deep, heavy breath trying to catch up with your heart’s pounding rh… Read More
Breathing oxygen into one’s body is essential to survival. The health and productivity of many people are still severely damaged by respiratory infections, though. Prevention and treat… Read More
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Causes, Symptoms, and Preventive MeasuresChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory condition that affects millio… Read More
Introduction
Prematurity, also known as preterm birth, refers to the condition in which a baby is born before completing 37 weeks of gestation. A full-term pregnancy typically lasts around 4… Read More
Taking a deep breath is something most people take for granted but for those with respiratory conditions, every breath can be a struggle. This is wh… Read More
Respiratory failure is a critical medical condition characterized by the inability of the respiratory system to maintain adequate oxygenation (oxygen levels in the blood) and/or remove exces… Read More
Babies have a “lease” on the womb for at least 37-40 weeks. If they’re forced out before then, they may not be ready. Health issues like trouble breathing can put their liv… Read More
Common Diseases: Understanding and Preventing Health IssuesIn today's fast-paced world, health concerns have become a top priority for individuals of all ages. Common diseases can have a sig… Read More
Alveolar ventilation refers to the volume of air that reaches the alveoli (tiny air sacs in the lungs) and participates in gas exchange with the blood. It is the difference between the tidal… Read More
Smoking is a global health concern, responsible for a myriad of detrimental effects on the body, particularly the respiratory system. The lungs, essential organs responsible for oxygen exch… Read More
Pathogenesis refers to the biological mechanism that leads to a diseased state. It involves the origin and development of a disease, and it’s critical for the prevention, diagnosis, a… Read More
You have already bought some balloons for a party you are planning for your children. A friend advises filling the balloons with helium. But you’re hesitant because you believe the gas… Read More
Lung Problems: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and PreventionThe respiratory system of our body depends on the lungs, an important organ. They facilitate our ability to take in oxygen and… Read More
Each year, millions of newborns are affected by premature delivery, putting them at risk for respiratory illnesses. Bronchopulmonary dysplasia is the most prevalent chronic lung illness in i… Read More
As the smoke from Canadian wildfires blows through the U.S. East Coast, millions of people are forced to stay indoors due to poor air quality alerts.
Wildfire smoke contains fine particula… Read More
Hemoptysis is a medical term used to describe the coughing up of blood that originates from the respiratory tract, specifically the lungs and airways. It is often a symptom of an u… Read More
Atelectasis is a medical condition that refers to the partial or complete collapse of the lung or a part of it.
Compression atelectasis occurs when a mass, such as a tumor or fluid, compress… Read More