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What Is Hypoxemia/Hypoxia?
Hypoxemia In order to continuously supply the cells/tissues in your body with oxygen: -There must be enough oxygen in the air you are breathing -Your lungs must inhale the oxygen-containing air and exhale carbon dioxide -You must be able to circulate blood to...
What Is Emphysema?
Emphysema is a condition that causes an excessive shortness of breath because the alveoli in the lungs are damaged. The main cause of emphysema is long-term exposure to airborne gases/irritants, such as tobacco smoke and chemical fumes. You may potentially have...
What Is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a term used to describe progressive, inflammatory lung diseases with increasing breathlessness such as emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and refractory asthma. The primary cause of many COPDs is long-term...
What Is Bronchitis?
Bronchitis involves the lining of your bronchial tubes becoming inflamed, oftentimes due to smoking. Those with bronchitis often cough up thickened, discolored mucus. Acute bronchitis, also known as a chest cold, typically improves within a week, although their cough...
