Tag: airways
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Sleep Apnea
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Sleep apnea is a serious sleeping disorder characterized by an interruption in breathing or shallow breathing while an individual is asleep. Each interruption can happen many times during night and may take a few seconds to a few minutes. It is common among adults and becoming more common in children.…
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Asthma
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INTRODUCTION:A persistent respiratory illness called asthma causes the airways to swell and become inflamed. It results in recurrent coughing, chest tightness, wheezing, and shortness of breath episodes. The symptoms of asthma can range in intensity from mild to life-threatening. TYPES OF ASTHMA: 1. Allergic Asthma:Exposure to allergens including pollen, dust…