A diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can raise a great deal of questions and uncertainties. As there is currently no cure and the lung disease is progressive in nature, it is helpful to know what to expect over time.
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) refers to two types of lung conditions that affect a person’s ability to breathe—emphysema and bronchitis. In many cases, WebMD says people with COPD tend to suffer from both, which “reduce the amount of oxygen exchange in the lungs and thicken the lining of the airways.” This can lead to […]
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The disorders most commonly occur in babies or young children, but in some cases may not present themselves until adulthood. And while the symptoms associated with each type can differ, the following six are among the most common.
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Bronchitis, which is defined as “an infection of the main airways of the lungs (bronchi), causing them to become irritated and inflamed,” consists of two types: acute and chronic. Acute is caused by the same viruses that are responsible for colds and flus, while chronic typically occurs a result of cigarette smoking—although air pollution, dust […]
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The typical cold or bout of influenza will cause a fever, chills, achy muscles, stiff neck and sneezing and coughing for roughly about a week. However, if your symptoms linger or worsen for even longer—you may be prone to one of these 8 common complications from cold or flu.
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Health administrators are reminding the vulnerable to get a flu shot this year. The ongoing campaign in North Essex is urging seniors, pregnant women and people with chronic conditions, particularly severe asthma, chest or heart complaints and diabetes, to make an appointment to get vaccinated. People who are involved in looking after the sick are […]
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