Asthma & Lung Disease

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.

Nov 20, 2009 - Mary Earhart

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.

Nov 10, 2009 - Cherrine Banks

There are a variety of asthma medications prescribed by medical doctors. However, some types are more appropriate for some asthmatics than others.

Nov 10, 2009 - Kristeen Mandak

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.

Nov 10, 2009 - Cherrine Banks

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.

Nov 9, 2009 - Fleur Hupston

Study of emergency room ECG pulmonary embolism scans to determine relationship to pulmonary hypertension severity. Why hypertension severity may cause heart failure.

Sep 30, 2009 - Bernard P. Nelson

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.

Sep 25, 2009 - Matthew Miller

A tension pneumothorax is an extremely dangerous condition that is capable of causing sudden cardiac arrest and death. Anyone with symptoms should seek help immediately.

Sep 23, 2009 - Matthew Miller

A spontaneous pneumothorax occurs without warning and can be due to an existing respiratory condition or a genetic defect in the lining of the lungs.

Sep 23, 2009 - Matthew Miller

A collapsed lung is caused by a buildup of air in the chest cavity known as a pneumothorax. It can be the result of trauma or a naturally occurring weakness in the lungs.

Sep 23, 2009 - Matthew Miller

Advair is an asthma treatment for people who suffer from allergies. The drug is effective for people who have intermittent inflammation.

Sep 11, 2009 - Jennifer Marsh

Using data collected from near thousand US children, research shows that the number of children in the Toddler's day care negatively correlates with asthma chances.

Sep 3, 2009 - Asaf Peer

Lung disease affects millions of people each year and the symptoms associated with the disease can cause a decline in a patient's quality of life.

Jul 17, 2009 - Kristie Jernigan

Pulmonary embolism is a common but potentially life-threatening condition. How do physicians manage this disease?

Jun 20, 2009 - Anthony Lee

Asthma symptoms and treatment comparison study by the University of London. Childhood obesity statistics and asthma relationship article by L.A. Children's Hospital.

Jun 15, 2009 - Bernard P. Nelson

The negative effects smoking has on your body is almost common knowledge in America. But people continue to start smoking and keep smoking. There must be some benefits.

Jun 14, 2009 - Devon Lantry

Chronic Lung Disease can lead respiratory distress knowing the signs could potentially save a baby's life.

Jun 9, 2009 - Emily Retherford

If you have asthma, using a peak flow meter allows you to measure how well you're breathing.

May 15, 2009 - Jacqueline Trovato

This article pertains to acute bronchitis in individuals who do not have other types of health issues.

May 11, 2009 - Naheed Ali

Anticholinergics are commonly used for treating both mild and severe asthma.

May 3, 2009 - Naheed Ali

The different stages of lung cancer are listed and explained. Facts about lung cancer stages include small cell lung cancer and large cell lung cancer.

Apr 1, 2009 - Bernard P. Nelson

According to the American Lung Association, almost 7 million children in the United States have asthma, and many more children remain undiagnosed.

Mar 29, 2009 - Delphine Cull

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, also known as COPD, is a respiratory system illness that can be very severe.

Mar 29, 2009 - Naheed Ali

Abdominal fat is linked to a host of health problems, including heart disease and cancer. New French research suggests that obesity can also cause respiratory problems.

Mar 10, 2009 - Christine Nyholm

A double blind randomized controlled trial reveals specific breathing techniques can cut the use of reliever and preventer inhalers required in mild asthma.

Jan 30, 2009 - Cheryl La Rocque