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Allergies and household cleaning
Normal household tasks, such as cleaning, can increase indoor air pollution.
H1N1: Insights From ATS 2009
Christopher Lettieri, MD, shares insights from the H1N1 symposium presented at the annual American Thoracic Society meeting, May 2009.
Pneumonia May Be Sign of Lung Cancer
I don't want to be an alarmist, but if you or a loved one have had pneumonia recently, you might wish to talk to your doctor about a new study. Researchers
What is the Pericardium?
What is the pericardium, where is it located, and what is it's function?
Moxifloxacin in Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Bronchitis
Is moxifloxacin a safe and effective treatment option in patients with acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis? The AVANTI study investigates.
Mysterious Pneumonia Called SARS Continues to Spread, Potential Virus Identified
The mysterious pneumonia called SARS continues to spread, potential virus identified.
Painful Breathing & Back Pain
The back, more specifically the muscles on the back, are closely connected with the muscles in the front of the body associated with the respiratory system. The human lungs are situated near the trapezius muscles on the back and are therefore influenced by the movement exhibited in those muscles. Wh
How to Reduce Wheezing
A rattling in your chest and faint whistle while you breathe is a sure sign of asthma, a respiratory disorder that reduces your ability to breathe due to inflamed, narrow airways. Medication can help to reduce the frequency of asthma attacks, while inhalers are useful for reducing asthma symptoms. I
Autopsy Study of Combined Pulmonary Fibrosis and Emphysema
Clinical evaluation to differentiate the characteristic features of pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema is often difficult in patients with combined pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema. . .
What is a Complete Blood Count (CBC) and What Does it Test?
What is the definition of complete blood count (CBC), and what types of blood cells are tested when a CBC is drawn?
How to Cope With Being Short in Stature
People come in all different shapes and sizes. Some are happy with their bodies; others, including those considered "short," are not. They may have trouble finding clothes that fit them or can't reach certain items in the grocery store. While there may be disadvantages to being short, dwelling on th
Lung Surgery for Emphysema Improves Life
Lung volume reduction surgery can improve the lives of only certain people with emphysema, a study shows.
Abnormal Respiration
Respiration is the process by which the body uses oxygen to convert food to energy. According to Case Western Medical School, the body must be able to control oxygen intake and rate of breathing in order to remain healthy. A variety of conditions can interfere with normal respiration. Abnormal respi
What Does the Term Pulmonary Embolism Mean?
A pulmonary embolism can be deadly. What symptoms and risk factors should everyone know?
Medical History for Pneumonia-Credits
A list of contributors to the topic on Medical History for Pneumonia.
Prognostic Information From Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing in IPF
In this video blog, Dr. Andrew Shorr discusses a meta-analysis on the prognostic value of longitudinal cardiopulmonary exercise tests on mortality in patients with IPF.
Impact of Asthma, Bronchitis and Rhinitis on Hospitalizations
What impact do these breathing-related conditions have on hospitalization?
What Does it Mean if I Have Pain in My Shoulder Blades?
There are many causes of pain in the shoulder blades. Is it a minor nuisance or a serious concern?
Indacaterol on Dyspnea in COPD
Better breathing may be achievable and sustainable with indacaetrol, but what's the efficacy factor?