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How Does Asbestos Cause Lung Disease?
Exposure to asbestos can cause conditions including asbestosis, pleural disease and malignant mesothelioma if inhaled microscopic fibres become lodged in the lungs. more...
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Effective Use of Asthma Inhalers
By: Mary Earhart
Treatment of asthma is best done with a multifaceted approach, one that avoids or minimizes toxic side effects. Poor use of prescriptions can make symptoms worse. more...
Asbestosis Diagnosis and Physical Examination
By: Cherrine Banks
An asbestosis diagnosis can be obtained with a physical examination of a patient with diagnostic imaging tests such as chest X-rays and computerized tomography (CT) scan. more...
By: Kristeen Mandak
There are a variety of asthma medications prescribed by medical doctors. However, some types are more appropriate for some asthmatics than others. more...
Asbestosis Information for Patients and Families
By: Cherrine Banks
Asbestosis is found in patients exposed to small asbestos fibers located in the deepest layers of the lungs. Patients can learn some signs, symptoms and risk factors. more...
Swine Flu and Asthma Complications
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Fleur Hupston
Many adults and children who have been hospitalized with swine flu have asthma as well. Swine flu shots are strongly recommended for the high-risk group of asthmatics. more...
Pulmonary Hypertension ECG Medical Study
Study of emergency room ECG pulmonary embolism scans to determine relationship to pulmonary hypertension severity. Why hypertension severity may cause heart failure. more...
What's the Least Painful Pneumothorax Treatment?
By: Matthew Miller
The procedures used to correct a pneumothorax include allowing it to heal on its own, the insertion of a chest tube, or the execution of a pleurodesis procedure. more...
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