Pulmonary disease
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary disease (pronounced: puhl-MON-uh-ree dih-ZEEZ) is a broad term that encompasses a range of conditions affecting the lungs and other parts of the respiratory system. The term is derived from the Latin pulmo, meaning lung, and the Greek -pathy, meaning disease.
Types of Pulmonary Disease
There are several types of pulmonary diseases, including:
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): A group of lung diseases that block airflow and make it difficult to breathe.
- Pulmonary Fibrosis: A lung disease that occurs when lung tissue becomes damaged and scarred.
- Pulmonary Hypertension: A type of high blood pressure that affects the arteries in the lungs and the right side of the heart.
- Pulmonary Embolism: A blockage in one of the pulmonary arteries in the lungs.
Symptoms
Common symptoms of pulmonary disease include:
- Shortness of breath
- Chronic cough
- Chest pain
- Fatigue
- Unintended weight loss
Causes
Pulmonary diseases can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Smoking
- Exposure to certain toxins and pollutants
- Genetic factors
- Certain infections
Treatment
Treatment for pulmonary disease depends on the specific type of disease, its severity, and the patient's overall health. Options may include medication, oxygen therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation, or surgery.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pulmonary disease
- Wikipedia's article - Pulmonary disease
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