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What Can an Allergist Test For?

February 26, 2021

Internal medicine doctors, immunologists, and pulmonologists are all well-versed in conducting tests on a patient in order to determine the cause of an allergy or reaction. You might be allergic to a certain food, a type of plant, dust, insect bites or stings, or synthetic materials. Allergic reactions can range from mildly uncomfortable to life-threatening….

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Pulmonary Hypertension: Diagnosis and Treatment

January 22, 2021

Pulmonary hypertension is a type of high blood pressure (hypertension) that specifically affects the arteries which supply the lungs and the heart. It is a serious condition that can impair the walls of the pulmonary arteries, preventing their ability to function properly – and over time, this can cause damage to the right side of…

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COVID-19 Pushing More People to Ditch the Cigarettes, a New Study Suggests

December 15, 2020

A recent study in the U.K. has revealed that more people than ever before have quit smoking this year as a direct result of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) pandemic. In July 2020, the organization Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) reported that more than 1 million people stopped smoking since the coronavirus pandemic hit…

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COPD and Smoking: The Harmful Effects

July 17, 2020

Smoking was once part of America’s favorite pastimes. People smoked everywhere – in restaurants, in airplanes, in the workplace, et cetera. However, the trend started to dwindle as researchers began to uncover mountains of evidence linking smoking to many dangerous health conditions. In particular, long-term smoke inhalation increases your chances of getting COPD (chronic obstructive…

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What Is Spirometry?

April 24, 2020

Spirometry is a simple test that is used to monitor and assess your lung function. It measures how much air you inhale and exhale and how quickly you do so. This test uses a medical device called a spirometer. It is a small machine connected through a cable to a mouthpiece. Spirometry is a safe…

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How Is Emphysema Diagnosed?

March 27, 2020

Shortness of breath is the main symptom of emphysema, which is a chronic and progressive lung disease. The lungs’ air sacs, which are called alveoli, rupture – and thus cannot exchange as much oxygen with the blood as necessary. This also compromises the lungs’ ability to eliminate carbon dioxide from the blood and exhale it…

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Benefits of Getting a Cardiopulmonary Stress Test

January 31, 2020

As we age, our bodies get more vulnerable to illnesses. It is essential to keep track of our physical fitness to stay active and healthy. This is what keeps us on our feet and lets us do the things we enjoy. One way doctors can assess whether we are healthy is through testing. An example…

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What Causes Pulmonary Hypertension?

September 27, 2019

Pulmonary hypertension is a lung disorder where the blood pressure increases in the pulmonary arteries in the lungs due to a narrowing of blood vessels. This narrowing of the vessels makes it hard for the blood to flow through them properly. As the blood pressure builds and rises above normal levels, your heart – particularly…

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Diagnosing and Treating Sleep Problems

October 19, 2018

A good night’s sleep is essential to our health and quality of life. But sometimes, sleep issues can prevent us from getting the right amount of restful sleep. Lack of adequate sleep can increase our risk of diabetes, hypertension, depression, and obesity. It can also make us irritable, sleepy during the day, and unable to…

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What is a Pulmonary Function Test?

July 21, 2017

A pulmonary lung function test is a non-invasive way to determine how well your lungs are working. The test measures your lung capacity, airflow, volume, and how much oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged when you are breathing in and out. This test also provides other vital information your doctor needs, such as the condition…

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