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How to Measure Air in the Lungs
A spirometer is a device that measures the volume of air in your lungs. It uses the pressure differential between your lungs and the atmosphere to precisely determine the respiration flow rate. The spirometer then uses this information to calculate the volume of air in your lungs. You may need to pe...More...
New Year, New Insights: Latest Updates in Pulmonary Medicine
Can dabigatran be used to treat acute venous thromboembolism? How do genetics affect lung function? Is telemedicine useful in ICU management? Dr. Andy Shorr explores these questions in his video blog....More...
SARS: Timeline of an Outbreak
A timeline of events surrounding the outbreak of and investigation into severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)....More...
Muscle Strength and Quality of Life in Patients With COPD
Find out how patients with COPD compare to healthy subjects in terms of muscle strength and more....More...
Chest Breathing Exercises
Many breathing exercises originate from the practice of yoga.yoga image by Jorge Casais from Fotolia.comWhile working out, completing rehabilitation or practicing yoga and meditation, breathing exercises are an important aspect in the learning and training process. Maximizing lung use and......More...
Should All IPF Patients Be Treated for GERD?
Should all idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis patients be treated for GERD regardless of symptoms or diagnosis?...More...
About Oxygen Therapy Treatment of Asthma
Asthma is a disease that causes the tubes within the lungs to constrict or narrow, making it difficult for patients to take full breaths. Depending on the severity of the asthma, doctors may prescribe a variety of treatments, including oxygen therapy....More...
Link Between Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Metabolic Syndrome
What is the connection between obstructive sleep apnea and metabolic syndrome?...More...
Arterial Blood Gases
An arterial blood gas (ABG) test measures the levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood to determine how well your lungs are working....More...
How to Do a Pineapple Fast for the Lungs
Over time, your lungs lose their elasticity, due to matter slowly accumulating in your lung pores. Pineapple is believed by some experts to help cleanse and tone these pores, as well as help expell intestinal worms through the enzyme bromelin. We recommend you read "How to Understand a Pineapple Fa...More...
Hurricane Sandy’s Health Woes Continue
The prolonged recovery from Hurricane Sandy is continuing to take a mental and physical toll on residents of the East Coast who are still cleaning up flood, fire, and wind damage....More...
COPD Diagnostic Tests: Pulmonary Function, Spirometry, and More
WebMD discusses different types of tests used to diagnose COPD....More...
How Common is Pneumonia?
Pneumonia is a major cause of illness in the United States.1Each year:1About 4 million people in the United States get pneumonia in daily life through the home or workplace (community - acquired pneumonia). Community - acquired pneumonia does not include cases of pneumonia contracted in a health car...More...
Lung Diseases Overview
A common health problem, lung diseases range from mild to severe. WebMD breaks down the information and describes the types and causes of some common lung diseases....More...
Septic Shock, Multiple Organ Failure, and ARDS
Sepsis, septic shock, and multiple organ failure (MOF) are very common, afflicting 750,000 people and resulting in 215,000 deaths annually in the United States alone....More...
Gastroesophageal Reflux in Bronchiectasis
Gastroesophageal reflux may play an important role in the progression of bronchiectasis. Can active anti-reflux interventions such as Stretta radiofrequency prevent the progression?...More...
Pneumonia-Home Treatment
Home treatment is important for recovery from pneumonia. The following measures can help you recover and avoid complications, such as further infection or a buildup of fluid in the space between the lung and chest wall (pleural effusion). While at home: G...More...
What are the Different Types of Clinical Trials?
What are the different types of clinical trials, and what are the questions these medical studies are designed to answer?...More...
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