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… an airway clearance technique (ACT). Postural drainage and chest percussion (PD & P) is one … lobes (back) Upper lobes (front) Lower lobes (side) Lower lobes (back) Lower lobes (front) …
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… in many of the body's organs, especially the lungs and the pancreas . People who have CF … in many of the body's organs, especially the lungs and the pancreas . Many people don't … the body's organs and systems. These include: Lungs and respiratory system. People with CF …
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… or mucus from the lungs and upper airway passages or of reacting to an irritated airway. Coughs have certain traits you can learn to … than 12 years Less than 12 years 12 years or older 12 years or older Are you male or …
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… Overview What is a spinal cord injury? A spinal cord injury (SCI) is damage to the spinal cord . … right away. Ask about getting vaccinated for COVID-19, pneumonia, and influenza (flu). …
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… watch the symptoms and seek care in the morning. If the symptoms get worse, seek care … to sleep in or near your child's room until morning. Be sure to keep your child well … watch the symptoms and seek care in the morning. If the symptoms get worse, seek care …
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… airways have a hard time getting rid of mucus (sputum), so the mucus builds up. This causes the airways to … symptoms include: A cough that brings up mucus. Shortness of breath. Chest pain that is …
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… Here are three ways to clear your lungs: Postural drainage Chest and back percussion Controlled … position for at least 3 minutes. Drain the front of your lungs by lying on your back. Put …
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… that you can talk to your doctor about them. Sinusitis: Should I Have Surgery? 1 Get the … Have surgery to treat long-term (chronic) sinusitis. Don't have surgery. Take medicines … to remember Very few people need surgery for sinusitis. Most people can treat the problem …
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… Your doctor may order a chest X-ray and blood tests. This is usually enough for your doctor … Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine, Medical Toxicology Current as of: October 31, 2022 … Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine, Medical Toxicology This information does not replace …
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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 …
