Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an umbrella term for people with chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or both. With COPD the airflow to the lungs is restricted (obstructed). COPD is usually caused by smoking. Symptoms include cough and breathlessness. The most important treatment is to stop smoking. Inhalers are commonly used to ease symptoms. Other treatments such as steroids, antibiotics, oxygen, and mucus-thinning (mucolytic) medicines are sometimes prescribed in more severe cases, or
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airway narrowing. Airway obstruction may result from accumulated secretions, edema, swelling of inner lumen of airway, bronchospasm, or destruction of lung tissue. There three cystic fibrosis that is related to COPD and they are Emphysema, Chronic bronchitis, and Asthma. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease has a major impact on both physical and psychological well-being {Donna R. Falvo, 420.} Realizing that this is a life-changing condition, with one cure and treatment [makes you think] ‘what does
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that can occur is bronchitis. Bronchitis is swelling and irritation of the main air passages to the lungs. This swelling narrows the airways, making it harder to breathe and causing other symptoms, such as a cough. Acute bronchitis means the symptoms have only been present for a short time. Chronic bronchitis is a long term condition; to be diagnosed with chronic bronchitis, you must have a cough with mucus most days of the month for at least 3 months. Some symptoms of bronchitis are chest discomfort
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inspiratory and expiratory wheezing. After conducting a history and physical there are several differential diagnosis that can be considered at this time. Some of these consist of asthma exacerbation, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), bronchitis, and allergic rhinitis. Asthma exacerbation
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LE13 LE15 CUPPING POINTS – FRONT - tinnitus, deafness, otitis media, toothache, temero mandibular, stiffness, arthritis, sore yes. F1 - facial paralysis, toothache, mouth ulcers, excessive saliva, facial oedema, clears the head and jaws TH4 - bronchitis, asthma, pneumonia, pulmonary tuberculosis, wheezing, coughing, clears the lymphatic system TH7 & TH8 - improve circulation to the heart, heart valves problem, cardiac spasm. TH6 - hepatitis, jaundice, gallstones, cholecystitis, enlarged liver A3
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Drug abuse and addiction starts after drug use, usually after multiple uses. Addiction is less about the type or amount consumed, but more about how frequently you use the substance. If the drug use is causing problems in different areas of the users life, it is likely that there is an addiction or abuse of that drug. Some of the risk factors of addiction can include a family history of addiction, such as a close family member being an alcoholic. Past instances of abuse, neglect, and other traumatic
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fatigue, fever, body aches, and stuffy nose. The patient also reports that the cough has been productive and rather persistent which has caused lack of sleep. There is also some wheezing with a chest tightness and mild pain. There is a history of bronchitis. Medical Model: The physician may inquire further about the medical history, ask the patient is they are a smoker, and ask whether or not the patient has been exposed to dust, fumes, vapor, and/or air pollution. During the evaluation the physician
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and it increases the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Illnesses, diseases, and infections are all side effects toward children when exposed to secondhand smoke. Small children have been diagnosed with aliments such as pneumonia, bronchitis, asthma, and upper respiratory infections
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attaching to hemoglobin, the carbon monoxide lessens the blood’s ability to carry oxygen. There are many effects of cigarette smoking on the actual smoker. They include lung cancer and other cancers, cardiovascular malfunctions, strokes, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema. Cigarette smoking may even lead to changes in the smoker’s appearance such as early wrinkling and yellowing of their teeth. Heart disease and cardiovascular malfunctions are also major effects of cigarette smoking. A chemical
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Eur Respir J 1999; 14: 452±467 Printed in UK ± all rights reserved Copyright #ERS Journals Ltd 1999 European Respiratory Journal ISSN 0903-1936 SERIES "CHEST PHYSIOTHERAPY" Edited by S.L. Hill and B. Webber Number 3 in this Series Effects of drugs on mucus clearance E. Houtmeyers, R. Gosselink, G. Gayan-Ramirez, M. Decramer Effects of drugs on mucus clearance. E. Houtmeyers, R. Gosselink, G. Gayan-Ramirez, M. Decramer. #ERS Journals Ltd 1999. ABSTRACT: Mucociliary clearance (MCC), the
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