Sentences with phrase «disease lung problems»

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Such pollution, as Business Insider's Lydia Ramsey explained in 2016, «is especially dangerous because it can get lodged in the lungs and cause long - term health problems like asthma and chronic lung disease.»

Most had one of five medical conditions: hypertension, diabetes, back or neck problems, cardiovascular or lung disease.

«We don't have a specific list of conditions that would be disqualifying, but certainly uncontrolled medical problems (whether it's hypertension or heart disease or lung disease, or many other conditions), would most likely cause concern and result in disqualification,» Dr. Tarah Castleberry, an assistant professor of aerospace medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, told Reuters Health by email.

Furthermore, some experts believe that such disorders as respiratory distress, certain forms of lung disease, anemia, and eye problems could potentially be avoided.

Childhood asthma, cystic fibrosis, chronic lung disease of infancy, pulmonary problems in children with primary immunodeficiencies

Some babies with BPD outgrow all symptoms of the disease by the time they go to preschool, while others will have lifelong lung problems such as asthma or frequent lung infections.

They are not recommended for teens between the ages of 12 and 18 who are obese or have breathing problems such as sleep apnea or severe lung disease.

Breastfeeding has many benefits that include protecting the baby against inflammatory diseases of the gut, lungs or ears, and longer term health problems such as diabetes and obesity, improved cognitive outcomes, and protecting the mother against breast cancer.

Your OB / GYN, midwife or whomever is caring for you while you're pregnant will want you to stay away from exercise if you have some forms of heart and lung disease, cervical problems, risk factors for preterm labor or pregnancy - related high blood pressure.

In rare cases, failure to gain weight can turn out to be a result of a lung problem, such as cystic fibrosis; a nervous system problem, such as cerebral palsy; a chromosome problem, such as Down syndrome; heart disease; anemia; or a metabolic or an endocrine disorder, such as growth hormone deficiency.

While generally harmless, it can cause an allergic reaction or chronic lung problems in some people and serious, invasive disease in vulnerable patients.

Poor air quality causes health problems worldwide and is a factor in diseases such as asthma, heart disease and lung cancer.

In much of California, on the other hand, a witches» brew of pollutants cooked in the atmosphere can sear the delicate tissue lining the lungs and aggravate an astonishing array of other health problems, ranging from heart disease and lung cancer to dementia.

Neonates with severe respiratory problems are at higher risk for long - term complications, such as chronic lung disease and neurodevelopmental problems, throughout infancy and childhood.

The embassy has been using Twitter to publish average hourly readings of particulate matter that's less than 2.5 micrometers in diameter (PM2.5): fine particles from combustion and industrial emissions that penetrate deeply into the lungs and are linked to heart disease and other health problems.

Exposure in humans can lead to heart disease, stroke, lung cancer and other health problems.

The disease causes a build - up of mucus which blocks the lungs, increasing the risk of infections, and causing digestive problems.

In a race with other scientists, Scottish researchers have bred mice with an altered gene which displays all the key features of cystic fibrosis, such as lung disease and digestive problems.

They prescribe dried frog fallopian tubes for coughs and kidney disease, and geckos for lung problems.

First, it would have a negative effect on the individual workers, who have complicated lung diseases caused by unique exposures and who are often simultaneously suffering from mental health problems.

The pollution is linked to serious health problems, including breathing difficulties and heart and lung disease.

Researchers have identified two new biological markers of cystic fibrosis (CF), a genetic disease which affects children and young adults, leaving them with lifelong health complications including digestive problems and persistent lung infections.

Influenza remains a major health problem in the United States, resulting each year in an estimated 36,000 deaths and 200,000 hospitalizations.4 Those who have been shown to be at high risk for the complications of influenza infection are children 6 to 23 months of age; healthy persons 65 years of age or older; adults and children with chronic diseases, including asthma, heart and lung disease, and diabetes; residents of nursing homes and other long - term care facilities; and pregnant women.4 It is for this reason that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recommended that these groups, together with health care workers and others with direct patient - care responsibilities, should be given priority for influenza vaccination this season in the face of the current shortage.1 Other high - priority groups include children and teenagers 6 months to 18 years of age whose underlying medical condition requires the daily use of aspirin and household members and out - of - home caregivers of infants less than 6 months old.1 Hence, in the case of vaccine shortages resulting either from the unanticipated loss of expected supplies or from the emergence of greater - than - expected global influenza activity — such as pandemic influenza, which would prompt a greater demand for vaccination5 — the capability of extending existing vaccine supplies by using alternative routes of vaccination that would require smaller doses could have important public health implicdisease, and diabetes; residents of nursing homes and other long - term care facilities; and pregnant women.4 It is for this reason that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recommended that these groups, together with health care workers and others with direct patient - care responsibilities, should be given priority for influenza vaccination this season in the face of the current shortage.1 Other high - priority groups include children and teenagers 6 months to 18 years of age whose underlying medical condition requires the daily use of aspirin and household members and out - of - home caregivers of infants less than 6 months old.1 Hence, in the case of vaccine shortages resulting either from the unanticipated loss of expected supplies or from the emergence of greater - than - expected global influenza activity — such as pandemic influenza, which would prompt a greater demand for vaccination5 — the capability of extending existing vaccine supplies by using alternative routes of vaccination that would require smaller doses could have important public health implicDisease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recommended that these groups, together with health care workers and others with direct patient - care responsibilities, should be given priority for influenza vaccination this season in the face of the current shortage.1 Other high - priority groups include children and teenagers 6 months to 18 years of age whose underlying medical condition requires the daily use of aspirin and household members and out - of - home caregivers of infants less than 6 months old.1 Hence, in the case of vaccine shortages resulting either from the unanticipated loss of expected supplies or from the emergence of greater - than - expected global influenza activity — such as pandemic influenza, which would prompt a greater demand for vaccination5 — the capability of extending existing vaccine supplies by using alternative routes of vaccination that would require smaller doses could have important public health implications.

Wildfires are a source of an especially problematic type of air pollutant known as PM2.5 («particulate matter» less than 2.5 microns in diameter), which can become lodged in lungs and cause or exacerbate a wide array of health problems such as asthma and heart disease.

Resulting environmental problems, including smog, haze, and acid rain, contribute to human health problems like asthma, lung cancer, respiratory diseases, and premature death.

And if you have asthma or other chronic lung disease, talk with your doctor about your exercise routine and make sure you have a plan in case you experience breathing problems.

There are some major long - term complications of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and those can be serious, such as stomach cancer, esophageal cancer, and even lung problems.

Despite her study's findings, Yeh is quick to emphasize that quitting smoking — or better yet, never starting in the first place — is far healthier than continuing to smoke, which can cause a host of deadly health problems ranging from heart disease to lung cancer.

She said she is prescribing flu antivirals in advance to her sickest patients — those who are elderly, on chemotherapy, or suffering with immune system problems, heart or lung disease, or diabetes.

What they do: Dioxins have been linked to reproductive and developmental problems, lung cancer, increased risk of diabetes and heart disease, hormone disruption, and liver damage.

In addition to risk of problems involving lung function, selenium deficiency has been shown to increase our risk of heart failure and other forms of cardiovascular disease, as well as for other problems including type 2 diabetes, compromised cognitive function, and depression.

• Sugar feeds cancer cells and has been connected with the development of cancer of the breast, ovaries, prostate, rectum, pancreas, lung, gallbladder and stomach.2 - 6 • Sugar can increase fasting levels of glucose and can cause reactive hypoglycemia.7 • Sugar can cause many problems with the gastrointestinal tract, including an acidic digestive tract, indigestion, malabsorption in patients with functional bowel disease, increased risk of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.8 - 12 • Sugar can interfere with your absorption of protein.13 • Sugar can cause food allergies.14 • Sugar contributes to obesity.15

I developed and was granted an American patent for an artificial heart and lung for neonates, then I was asked to take care again of acquaintance nutrition problems in the US, I did this consultation on saturdays, with the presentation in 2006 then my main concern in the US is to see a food regulation to prevent diseases and with the casualties growing to take the technology for rescue to mass production and market to save innocent lives.

Not drinking enough water appears to be associated with such problems as falls and fractures, heat stroke, heart disease, lung disorders, kidney disease, kidney stones, bladder and colon cancers, urinary tract infections, cavities, decreased immune function, and cataract formation.

The most common serrapeptase uses (and studies) include relief for autoimmune disease; dysfunction of the brain and mind; heart problems; digestive distress; ear, nose, and throat disorders; eye health; lung health; women's (beast and gynaecological problems) and men's health (prostate); skin disease; muscle and joint pain; and even cancer.1 Very soon I was experimenting with higher and higher doses (on myself) and eventually found that 2,000,000 iu was completely safe and gave faster results for serious inflammatory problems.

I said lung disease like bronchitis or some other problem cured by the cessation of smoking.

The importance of oral health extends far beyond fresh breath and an attractive smile: gum (periodontal) disease can lead to heart problems, cancer, Alzheimer's, lung and kidney disorders, and more.

Secondhand smoke causes lung irritations that may lead to pneumonia and lung cancer, heart disease, infertility, and eye problems.

Tell your veterinarian if your pet is allergic to theophylline, or if your pet has stomach ulcers; epilepsy; heart rhythm problems; congestive heart failure; fluid in the lungs; hypothyroid; fever; liver, or kidney disease.

Heartworm symptoms Heartworm disease can cause a variety of medical problems and affect the lungs, heart, liver, and kidneys.

The treatment for heartworm disease is perilous, as we must kill all the mature worms in the heart, which can lead to the very problem we are trying to avoid — lung compromise and extreme pain.

In the animal with a cough or any other breathing problem, the veterinarian will use a number of tools to determine if the cause is heart disease, lung disease (such as collapsing trachea) or both (which is often the case in older dogs).

My husband has a lung disease and heart disease and when he is having problems Gizmo lets him know by licking his face, barking or tugging at his pants leg.

Untreated, heartworm disease can lead to severe problems with the heart, lungs, liver and kidneys and may result in death.

Heart valve problems Valvular heart disease is caused when the heart valves do not close properly, causing blood to back up into the lungs or liver (congestion).

Bad breath, gingivitis and periodontitis are just a few common dental problems found in dogs and if an oral disease is left untreated for too long, it can cause other health issues that can affect your dog's heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, or brain.

Beyond cosmetic issues, advanced dental disease also has an effect on many internal organs and has been scientifically linked to heart, lung, and kidney problems, which can shorten the life of your pet.

Heartworms cause lack of energy, weight loss, and most seriously, breathing problems — and if left untreated, then heartworm disease can cause heart and lung damage and even death.

Medical therapy is utilized to slow the progression of the disease (minimize the compensation mechanism we describe earlier), control the fluid that builds up in the lungs, and decrease the heart rate as the problem worsens.

The internal medicine specialists at VSCT provide abdominal ultrasounds for liver, gall bladder, spleen, kidney, pancreatic and bladder problems; cardiac ultrasounds for heart and lung conditions; endoscopic procedures involving the lungs, stomach, small intestine, colon and nose; and treatment for endocrine problems such as diabetes mellitus, Cushing's disease, Addison's disease and hyperthyroidism or infectious diseases such as Valley Fever.