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Respiratory System Disorders and Heath

Author: Amanda Soderlind

Respiratory System Disorders and Health

Source: Video and Images Created by Amanda Soderlind

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Terms to Know
Asthma

A condition in which bronchioles narrow suddenly, causing breathing troubles. Asthma can be triggered by allergens, stress, exercise, or respiratory infections.

Bronchitis

Inflammation of the mucous membranes within the bronchial tubes. Bronchitis can be caused by a virus or air pollutants.

Cilia

Hair-like projections found on the surface of various types of cells that play a role in locomotion.

Emphysema

Frequent inflammation of the lungs causes airways to become stiffened, and alveoli to break down. This leads to insufficient gas exchange.

Phagocytes

Cells that act in innate immunity to engulf pathogens (phagocytosis) in an attempt to prevent infection.

Pneumonia

An infection of the lungs in which fluid build-up makes it difficult to breathe.

Sleep Apnea

A condition in which a person's breathing suddenly stops for a period of time and then resumes during sleep.

Tuberculosis

A lung infection caused by a type of bacteria which destroys lung tissue.