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...damage to the lungs and other organs. Long-term effects may include: * Chronic respiratory problems (e.g., asthma, bronchitis) * Lung fibrosis (scarring of the lung tissue) * Increased risk of...
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...We also discuss how PLE may affect life expectancy. Types of emphysema The lungs contain tiny air sacs called “alveoli,” which allow the lungs and blood to exchange oxygen and...
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...lung, oesophageal cancer, achalasia and other swallowing issues, strictures and tumours in the oesophagus, gastroesophageal reflux, mésothéliome, lung infections and effusions, tumours in the chest wall, hyperhidrosis, and more. Thoracic...
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**What is Acute Bronchitis?** **Definition:** Acute bronchitis is a common respiratory tract infection that causes inflammation and swelling of the bronchial tubes, the main airways in the lungs. **Causes:** *...
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...in which the number of skin cancer cases has increased over the last 30 years is faster than other cancers combined. There are two general types of skin cancer: non-melanoma...
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## What is Thyroiditis? Thyroiditis is an inflammation of the thyroid gland, an organ located in the neck responsible for regulating metabolism. It can lead to a range of symptoms,...
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...treat all types of cancer, including: Breast cancer Colorectal (bowel) cancer Esophageal cancer Head and neck cancer Lung cancer Prostate cancer Brain tumour In any case, the main goal of...
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...cancer Tumours Swollen lymph nodes Blood clots Chest infection Collapsed lung tissue Metastatic growths Windpipe disorders Mésothéliome pleural A thoracotomy is also sometimes performed as an emergency procedure in an...
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...**Q: What are the complications of FBA?** **A:** Immediate complications include suffocation and organ damage due to reduced oxygen supply. Long-term complications may include: * Pneumonia * Lung abscess *...
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...decade mark, the chance of getting cancer du poumon drops by half In addition to decreasing the chance of cancer du poumon, your risk of developing smoking-related illnesses also goes down. This includes a...