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… a uniform pattern of emphysema throughout the lungs. Largely non-upper lung emphysema and … 348: 2059–2073. Washko GR, et al. (2008). The effect of lung volume reduction surgery on … 348: 2059–2073. Washko GR, et al. (2008). The effect of lung volume reduction surgery on …
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… to breathe. It is caused by damage to the lungs over many years, usually from smoking. … bronchitis, the airways that carry air to the lungs ( bronchial tubes ) get inflamed and … In a healthy person, the tiny air sacs in the lungs are like balloons. As you breathe in and …
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… antitrypsin deficiency targeted testing and augmentation therapy: A Canadian Thoracic … antitrypsin deficiency targeted testing and augmentation therapy: A Canadian Thoracic … antitrypsin deficiency targeted testing and augmentation therapy: A Canadian Thoracic …
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Check Your Symptoms Overview Hyperventilation is breathing that is deeper and more rapid than normal. It causes a decrease in the amount of a gas in the blood. (This gas is called carbon dioxide, or …
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… or how severe they will be. Deciding About Testing The decision to have the test is … Genetic Counselling The results of genetic testing can affect your life. It may be a good … genetic counselling before deciding to have testing. Genetic counsellors can explain the …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Most adults and older children have several respiratory infections each year. Respiratory problems can be as minor as the common cold or … stuffy nose. It may lead to blocked nasal passages that cause you to breathe through your …
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… Condition Basics What are cataracts? Cataracts are a painless, cloudy area in the … to the brain about what the eye sees. Because cataracts block this light, they can cause …
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… I'd run out of options. But then I started hospice palliative care, and it's helped me … face my fears. And I'm making decisions about how I want to go out and what will happen … your loved ones. Together you will work with health care providers in your doctor's office …
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… Overview COPD slowly damages the lungs and affects how you breathe. COPD's … disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this …
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… her lungs did show early signs of emphysema. "It scared the daylights out of … her lungs did show early signs of emphysema. "It scared the daylights out of …
