Respiratory Disease Flashcards
what is asthma
a hypersensitivity disorder- a heightened response to a stimulant in the lungs
Causes of Asthma
- exercise-induced
- allergic/ non-allergic
what is influenza
viral disease that affects the function of the respiratory system
Treatment for Influenza
antiviral meds, lots of fluid, vitamin C
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
chronic inflammation of lungs–>
obstruct breathing due to airway blockage
Causes of COPD
tobacco smoke, family history, air pollution
Effects of Aging
Arterial stiffness, decline in thymus, reduced T-cells, cognitive decline, weaken digestive system
Cardiovascular system
the blood circulates
Pulmonary Embolism
blockage in artery, usually in veins
Pneumonia
Inflamed lung tissue due to bacteria (broncioles)
Pulmonary edema
fluid buildup in air sac
Sinusitis
inflammation of mucous membrane of sinus due to allergies
Emphysema
chronic disease of lung by increased production of mucus, trapping air alveoli
Pharyngitis
inflammation of throat (sore throat)
Laryngitis
inflammation of larynx and vocal chord
common cold
acute inflammation o f mucous membranes
SARS
Respiratory illness caused by a type of coronavirus, spread by droplets
Suffocation
condition of not breathing - death
Lymphadentitis
swelling of the lymph glands/nodes
Lymphangitis
swelling of lymph vessel and caused by bacterial infection
Lymphedema
abnormal collection of lymph fluid
Lymphoma
neoplasms that affect lymphoid tissue
Mononucleosis
viral infection commonly affects children+young adults
Common Symptoms for Respiratory
dyspnea, apnea, wheezing, sneezing, coughing, sore throat, chest pain
