COPD

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning - The Invisible Threat

Carbon monoxide poisoning is a potentially fatal condition caused by inhaling carbon monoxide gas, which is odorless and colorless. Symptoms include headache, dizziness, nausea, and confusion, and severe exposure can lead to loss of consciousness or death. Diagnosis involves assessing...

Mike West ~ Oct. 3, 2023

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) - Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and The Covid-19 Connection

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is a serious lung condition that disrupts normal breathing and reduces blood oxygen levels. It is primarily caused by severe lung infections, sepsis, trauma, and inhalation injuries. Common symptoms include shortness of breath, rapid breathing...

Mike West ~ Sept. 25, 2023

Cystic Fibrosis - Adressing the Disease

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that affects the lungs and digestive system, causing the production of sticky mucus that clogs the airways. Symptoms include persistent coughing, breathlessness, frequent lung infections, and poor growth. While there is no cure for cystic fibrosis, there are treatments...

Todd Williams ~ Sept. 22, 2023

Breathing Easy - Demystifying Bronchitis - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Bronchitis is a respiratory condition characterized by inflammation of the bronchial tubes, causing symptoms such as coughing, difficulty breathing, and chest congestion. It is mainly caused by viral or bacterial infections, but smoking, exposure to pollutants, and a weakened immune system...

Todd Williams ~ Sept. 12, 2023

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Symptoms and Treatments

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease caused by long-term exposure to irritants like cigarette smoke or pollution. It leads to breathing difficulties, coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness, which worsen over time. Although there is no cure for COPD...

Mike West ~ Aug. 19, 2023

The Use of Vaping as a Smoking Cessation Method: A Divided Opinion

The medical community is divided on whether vaping is an effective tool for smoking cessation. Some experts argue that vaping can be a valuable harm reduction strategy, as it provides an alternative nicotine...

Syed Zaidi ~ July 26, 2023