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Childrens Interstitial Lung Disease (chILD): One families story by Bob .. Patient Expert Interstitial lung disorders are among the least understood in medicine. They are a diverse group. Many with unknown causes. This can lead to confusion and frustration among fa ... Read on »
November is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Awareness Month by Gloria G. Healthy Living Professional November is COPD Awareness Month. Even though Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the 4th leading cause of death in the U.S. it is not well-known and it is under ... Read on »
Oxygen as indicator of lung disease by Dr. Gemzel H. Medical Doctor Importance of energyMaking our organs to work implies the transformation of energy from different instances. Each organ require a provition of nutrients to accomplish its func ... Read on »
Signs & Symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis by Well Med Patient Expert Here is a list of some of the common signs and symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis: Abdominal bloating Abnormal exocrine glands Absence of sperm in ejaculate due to obstruction Air ... Read on »
Testing for Lung Disease: The Cost and Aftermath by Jane M. Certified Respiratory Therapist What does it cost to test for lung disease? Charges for each of these tests vary across the country, but here are some ranges. Now, before you get all excited about the charge ... Read on »
Tests & Diagnostics for Cystic Fibrosis by Get Healthy Patient Expert Here is a list of some of the common tests and diagnostics for Cystic Fibrosis: Blastomere analysis CF genetic Chest x-rays Immunoreactive trypsinogen test (IRT) Lung Fun ... Read on »
Treatments for Cystic Fibrosis by Be Well Patient Expert Here is a list of treatments and procedures that are commonly used to treat Cystic Fibrosis: Chest Percussion Copper Diet changes Digestive treatments Double lung transpla ... Read on »
Why be aware of cystic fibrosis?... by Lisa E. L. Patient Expert Why be aware of cystic fibrosis? As many as 1 in 25 people in the US is a CF carrier. And that’s a pretty high carrier rate for a condition that most people don’t know about.C ... Read on »