Disorders of the Respiratory System

Hypoxia

deficiency of oxygen in a tissue or the inability to use oxygen

Oxygen Toxicity

excess oxygen, causing the build up of peroxides and free radicals

Chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases

ong-term obstruction of airflow and a substantial reduction in pulmonary ventilation

Chronic bronchitis

cilia are immobilized and reduced in number; goblet cells increase their production of mucus →mucus clogs the airways and breeds infection

Emphysema

alveolar walls break down and the surface area of the lungs is reduced

Asthma

allergens trigger the release of histamine and other inflammatory chemicals that cause intense

Acute Rhinitis

the common cold

Laryngitis

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Pneumonia

lower respiratory infection that causes fluid build up in the lungs

Sleep Apnea

Cessation of breathing for 10 seconds or longer during sleep

Tuberculosis

pulmonary infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis; reduces lung compliance