Respiratory System

During an intake of breath, micro-organisms such as viruses and bacteria are inhaled. These may cause mild illnesses affecting only the upper airways, like the common cold, or more serious diseases of the lungs, such as bronchitis or pneumonia. Other types of disorder sometimes affecting the lungs include inflammation of the tissues due to allergies, damage resulting from inhalation of irritant dust particles and cancers.

The most common diseases of the respiratory tract, especially of the upper air passages, are caused by infections.

Listed below is a brief description for each of the conditions in the Respiratory System category. To get mored detailed information including symptoms, causes and treatments, click on the condition's name.

Alternatively, our Conditions Listed Alphabetically page has all conditions listed in alphabetical order.

Asthma

Asthma is inflammation and reversible constriction of the airways in the lungs, which causes recurrent episodes of breathlessness, wheezing and sometimes a dry cough. The disorder can be triggered by an allergic reaction to certain substances such as house dust or animal fur, but some types of asthma have no known cause. The condition often starts in childhood. More details ...

Bronchitis (acute)

Acute bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchi (airways) that join the trachea (windpipe) to the lungs. It is usually a complication of a viral infection such as influenza. It can also be caused by chemical irritation. The lining or deeper tissues of the bronchi become inflamed and swollen, narrowing the lumen (inner space). Abundant amount of mucus are secreted causing a sputum-producing cough and sometimes wheezing. More details ...

Bronchitis (chronic)

Chronic bronchitis is persistent inflammation of the bronchi (airways) due to repeated infection, leading to permanent thickening of the walls of the bronchi. Exposure to inhaled irritants, especially tobacco smoke, is a potential cause. More details ...

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