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What Is a Solitary Pulmonary Nodule?
A solitary pulmonary nodule (SPN) is a single abnormality in the lung that could be harmless or could be an early sign of cancer. Find out more from WebMD about causes, diagnosis, and treatment of SPN....More...
Eosinophilic Pleural Effusions
Eosinophilic pleural effusions, defined as a pleural effusion that contains at least 10% eosinophils, may be caused by almost every condition that can cause pleural disease....More...
The Pseudomonas aeruginosa Genome
The sequencing and gene annotation of Pseudomonas aeruginosa represents a significant advance in our ability to study this opportunistic pathogen....More...
Ask Obama to Reduce Lung Cancer Deaths
In 1971, President Richard Nixon declared a war on cancer. Sadly, in 2008, we are still at the dawn of that war, and our oncology troops have a long road ahead...More...
Difficulty Breathing? Is it COPD?
COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is a lung disease that can increase the risk of developing lung cancer. What is the definition of COPD?...More...
Why You Should Get a Second Opinion with Lung Cancer
Getting a second opinion with lung cancer is not only expected, but extremely important. Why? How can you find a second opinion lung cancer doctor?...More...
Emphysema, Chronic Bronchitis, and Flu
If you have emphysema or chronic bronchitis -- also referred to as COPD -- WebMD lists some things you need to know about flu symptoms, prevention, and treatment....More...
Spirometry for COPD Diagnosis: Why Aren't PCPs Using It?
Spirometry is a relatively simple, rapid way to measure lung function in the clinic. Given the ease of use, researchers wondered why more primary care providers aren't using it more often....More...
Report: SARS Can Spread Through Air
Contaminated air can spread deadly cases of SARS, a new report suggests....More...
Causes of Lung Nodules
Causes of Lung NodulesLung nodules can actually have many causes. Most people immediately think that lung nodules are cancerous and it is true that some lung nodules are caused by serious illness, such as cancer. But, these types of nodules are marked by quick growth and quickly become......More...
Tuberculosis (TB)-Medications
Information on medications used to treat tuberculosis (TB)....More...
Deaths Increase With Rise of Air Pollution
Scientists who study air pollution have been amassing information that shows tiny airborne particles are causing deaths and illnesses, particularly among older people....More...
COPD: Progression and Mortality Risks
Identifying the risks for progression and mortality in COPD....More...
Mold & Viral Lung Infections
According to the Mayo Clinic, mold is found everywhere and has been around for as far back as history records. Lung infections may be linked to mold exposure but are more commonly the result of a viral infection in the upper-respiratory tract (URT), according to the University of Cape Town. While a ...More...
Factor V Leiden and Prothrombin G20210A in VTE
In this video blog, Andy Shorr, MD, discusses a recent article in JAMA by Segal and colleagues on genetic risks for recurrent VTE in adults with a factor V Leiden or prothrombin G20210A mutation....More...
WHO Lifts Toronto SARS Travel Advisory
One week after it warned travelers to avoid Toronto due to the threat of SARS, the World Health Organization (WHO) lifted its travel advisory for Canada's largest city....More...
Factors Affecting Mortality After Emergency COPD Admission
Do admitting conditions and comorbidities provide valid clues about prognosis for COPD patients?...More...
An Update on Allergen Immunotherapy and Asthma
Learn more about the effect of allergen-specific immunotherapy on asthma....More...
Advair vs. Spiriva: Fewer COPD Deaths
Severe COPD patients treated with Advair or Spiriva had the same rate of COPD attacks, but Advair patients were only half as likely to die....More...
What Have We Done on Medscape Pulmonary Medicine in 2003?
A look back on the year in pulmonary medicine...More...
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