Pulmonary diseases

Pulmonary Diseases

Pulmonary diseases (pronunciation: /pʌlˈmɒnəri diːˈziːz/) are a type of diseases that affect the lungs and other parts of the respiratory system. The term "pulmonary" comes from the Latin word "pulmonarius", meaning "of the lungs".

Types of Pulmonary Diseases

There are several types of pulmonary diseases, including:

• Asthma: A chronic condition that causes inflammation and narrowing of the bronchial tubes.

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): A group of lung diseases that block airflow and make it difficult to breathe.

• Pneumonia: An infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs.

• Tuberculosis: A serious bacterial infection that mainly affects the lungs.

• Lung Cancer: A type of cancer that begins in the lungs.

• Pulmonary Embolism: A blockage in one of the pulmonary arteries in the lungs.

Symptoms

Common symptoms of pulmonary diseases include:

• Shortness of breath
• Chronic cough
• Chest pain
• Wheezing
• Fatigue

Diagnosis and Treatment

Diagnosis of pulmonary diseases often involves a combination of imaging tests, lung function tests, and laboratory tests. Treatment depends on the specific type of pulmonary disease, but may include medication, lifestyle changes, surgery, or pulmonary rehabilitation.

See Also

• Respiratory System
• Lung Diseases
• Respiratory Therapy

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