What is Pneumologie?
...with the functioning of the respiratory system – lungs, bronchi, pleura, and trachea – as well as its diseases: Sleep apnea, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD, Asthma, and respiratory allergies Respiratory...
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What is Pneumothorax?
...they can inhale and exhale when breathing to the limit of capacity in times of stress. Risk factors for a secondary spontaneous pneumothorax include:[5][13] Emphysema Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)...
What is Acute Gastritis?
...Acute gastritis can lead to complications if the condition becomes chronic. This topic is dealt with in the article about chronic gastritis.[3] If you think you might have acute gastritis,...
What is a Balloon Sinuplasty: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
Definition & Overview Balloon sinuplasty, also referred to as balloon sinus dilation (BSD), is a relatively new minimally invasive endoscopic procedure used in the treatment of chronic rhinosinusitis. Even though...
What is Podagra?
...one. They may lead to damage in the metatarsophalangeal joint, with difficulty walking becoming permanent in some cases. In cases of chronic gout, also known as chronic gouty arthritis, a...
What is Headache?
...and surgery. Chronic progressive headaches Chronic progressive headaches – also known as traction or inflammatory headaches – are a rare headache type, which can in some cases be a sign...
What is Autism?
...this can cause the person to display frustrated and/or challenging behavior. If you are worried about any gastrointestinal symptoms. Chronic constipation If a person with autism has chronic constipation, there...
What is Acute Pharyngitis?
...chronic form of the condition has a variety of possible causes, including persistent infection and stomach acid reflux. If pharyngitis lasts for weeks, it is probably chronic rather than acute...
What is Acute Appendicitis?
...again. As the symptoms of chronic appendicitis are similar to other chronic digestive issues, this condition is sometimes confused with: Ulcerative colitis (UC) Crohn’s disease Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Diverticulitis...
What is Cluster Headaches (CHs)?
...people experience CHS during Spring and Fall. Chronic cluster headaches For 20 percent of people affected by CHs, the condition is chronic, meaning that the headaches occur all year round...