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… means that damaged tissue in the newborn's lungs is causing breathing and health problems. The lungs trap air or collapse, fill with fluid, … disease is caused by problems in a baby's lungs. It is most common in premature babies …
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… (HealthLinkBC File #62b) Immunizations Living with COPD Some lifestyle and … about lifestyle adjustments that can make living with COPD easier. Smoking Smoking is …
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… disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. It is a type of pneumoconiosis called … disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. It is a type of pneumoconiosis called …
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… (TB) Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Related topics: Breathing Problems: Using a Dry Powder … (TB) Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Related topics: Breathing Problems: Using a Dry Powder …
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… Overview Smoking harms your lungs in many ways. Quitting smoking is the most important thing you can do … the disease and improve your quality of life. Smoking is linked to: Lung cancer. Most lung …
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… part of the bronchus and reconnects the healthy ends. Pneumonectomy. The doctor … Your remaining lung function. Your overall health before surgery. Which type of surgery … Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory …
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… and may not know that their lungs aren't as healthy as they should be. Moderate COPD … of having COPD flare-ups, and any other health problems you may have. Related … Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory …
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… surgery along with medical therapy (a heart-healthy lifestyle and medicines). Don't have … other health problems, and not smoking. A cardiac rehab program can help you have a … Information (e.g. cross-references to other topics, definitions or medical illustrations) …
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… arteries will cause a heart attack. Other tests may give you and your doctor all the … need to make treatment decisions. These other tests do not have the risks of an angiogram. If, during the test, your doctor sees that your arteries are …
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98 What is cryptococcal disease? Cryptococcal disease, also known as cryptococcosis, is a fungal infection caused by the fungus Cryptococcus neoformans or Cryptococcus gattii (C. gattii) . This …
