The current pathophysiology of COPD encompasses three main characteristics: emphysema, chronic bronchitis and small airway disease. Macrophages and neutrophils are implicated in this process ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can result from chronic bronchitis or emphysema. Some people may also have COPD and asthma, which can worsen both conditions. Chronic obstructive ...

The increased levels indicate a relative peripheral erythropoietin resistance in COPD. This is similar to other diseases and fits into the pathophysiology of anemia in chronic disease. The ...

A score that measures airflow into and out of your lungs can help diagnose COPD and determine the best treatments. Share on Pinterest PongMoji/Getty Images Spirometry is an important tool for ...

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Background Whether inhaled corticosteroids (ICSs) reduce major adverse cardiovascular events (MACEs) in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is debated. Objectives To establish, ...

Radiologic controls were age-matched infants without known pulmonary disease. Pathologic controls were age-matched infants dying of other diseases, and unmatched infants with Wilson–Mikity disease.

Ginger, echinacea, and curcumin are just a few of the herbs that you may hear about when looking into natural remedies for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or other respiratory conditions.

Troy Rehab and Healthcare confirmed a resident of the facility contracted Legionnaire’s disease and has since recovered. Legionnaire’s disease is a type of pneumonia that can become serious ...

Dec. 22, 2023 — There does not appear to be any profound differences between so-called exposure-based CBT and traditional CBT in the treatment of fibromyalgia. Both forms of treatment produced a ...