Impact of lifestyle diseases - Respiratory system Flashcards
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respiratory disease
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a disorder or infection that affects the lungs and causes breathing problems.
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Asthma
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the reversible narrow of the respiratory airways causing inflammation and increased mucus production.
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Symptoms of asthma
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- shortness of breath
- coughing
- wheezing
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Triggers of asthma
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- exercise induced asthma
- cold air
- pollen
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Control of asthma
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- heathy diet
- proper warm up
- inhalers
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
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a group of lung conditions that make it difficult to empty air out the lungs because the airways have been narrowed.
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COPD symptoms
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- shortness of breath
- ongoing cough
- tight chest
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Causes of COPD
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- smoking or asthma
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Treatment for COPD
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- exercise
- medication
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unhealthy respiratory system
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smoking and a sedentary lifestyle increase the chance of respiratory diseases.
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healthy respiratory system : respiratory structures
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- increased surface area and elasticity of alveoli
- greater gaseous exchange
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healthy respiratory system : mechanics of breathing
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- increased strength of respiratory muscles.
- decreased breathing frequency
