Respiratory
Can Air Pollution Cause Emphysema?
I was alarmed to hear that air pollution can damage the lungs as much as smoking and even…
Respiratory
COVID-19: Why Wear Masks?
I’m confused about whether or not we should be wearing masks to protect against…
Respiratory
Do You Need a Whooping Cough Shot?
I understand that all adults are supposed to get whooping cough shots. I’m sure I had…
Respiratory
Emphysema And COPD
What is emphysema? Emphysema is a progressive condition in which the walls of the small air…
Respiratory
Fighting a Fungal Infection?
What is the long-term prognosis for allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis? Does it…
Respiratory
Is Air Pollution Killing Us?
I understand that global air pollution can cut years off our life. If this is true, is…
Respiratory
Laryngitis
What is laryngitis? Laryngitis is an inflammation or irritation of the voice box (larynx) and…
Respiratory
Pleurisy
What is pleurisy? Pleurisy is inflammation of the pleura, the thin, double-layered membrane…
