What is a Chronic Bronchitis? Chronic bronchitis (CB) is a persistent cough and sputum production that lasts for at least three months out of the year for two years in a row. A form of COPD called chronic bronchitis causes your lungs to become inflamed and fill with mucus. Although chronic bronchitis cannot be completely…
Introduction Acute bronchitis is a temporary inflammation of the bronchial tubes, the airways that carry air to the lungs. It is typically caused by viral infections, such as the common cold or flu, and often follows an upper respiratory infection. Symptoms include a persistent cough, chest discomfort, mucus production, and sometimes mild fever or fatigue….
What is Bronchitis? Bronchitis involves inflammation of the bronchial tubes, the airways that carry air to your lungs. You cough when your trachea and bronchi, which are your airways, swell up and fill with mucus due to irritation. Your cough may persist for a few days or even weeks. It is the primary bronchitis symptom….
Introduction Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a condition characterized by high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs, leading to increased strain on the heart. It can be caused by various factors, including heart disease, lung disease, chronic blood clots, or genetic mutations. There are two upper chambers and two lower chambers in a normal…
Dyspnea (Shortness of Breath) refers to a sensation of difficulty or discomfort in breathing. It can be caused by various conditions, including lung diseases (like asthma or COPD), heart problems, anxiety, or high-altitude exposure. The severity ranges from mild to severe and may be acute or chronic. Proper diagnosis and management depend on identifying the…
Exercise-induced asthma, also known as exercise-induced Bronchoconstriction(EIB), occurs when physical activity causes your airways to narrow, increasing asthma symptoms. This could involve wheezing, coughing, or dyspnea. You can avoid asthma attacks and expand your airways by warming up, using inhalers, and taking other drugs. What is Exercise-induced Asthma? Breathing becomes difficult during exercise when your airways…
Pneumothorax, or collapsed lung, involves the accumulation of air in the pleural space, causing lung compression and impaired breathing. Physical therapy for pneumothorax focuses on promoting optimal lung expansion, improving respiratory function, and preventing complications. Treatment typically includes breathing exercises, gentle thoracic mobility techniques, posture training, and gradual reconditioning to restore normal function. Therapy is…
Asthma is a long-term illness that affects your lungs’ airways. It causes swelling and inflammation of the airways, which results in symptoms including wheezing and coughing. Breathing may become challenging as a result. Aerobic activity can occasionally cause or exacerbate symptoms of asthma. Exercise-induced asthma or exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) are terms given to this illness….
What is Asthma? Asthma, often known as bronchial asthma, is a lung condition. Excess mucus causes your airways to swell, narrow, and become obstructed. These symptoms can be treated with medication. Since it is a chronic (ongoing) disorder, it requires constant medical attention. Currently, about 25 million Americans suffer from asthma. Over 5 million youngsters…
What is a Cystic Fibrosis? Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that affects the lungs, pancreas, liver, intestines, and other organs. It is caused by a defective gene that makes the body produce abnormally thick and sticky mucus. Because CF affects the airways and lungs, which can make breathing difficult and lead to frequent…
