emphysema
Disease of the lungs characterized by recurring episodes of airway inflammation causing bronchospasm and increased mucus production.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD)
inflammation of the tonsils
excessive ventilation that leads to abnormal expulsion of carbon dioxide
Spasmodic contractions of the bronchial muscles that constrict the airways in the lungs during an asthma attack
influenza
inflammation of the pharynx, or throat
a viral infection that affects the respiratory system; also known as the flu
inflammation of the sinuses
Asthma
pharyngitis
Any lung disorder characterized by a long-term airway obstruction, making it difficult to breathe
A long-lasting respiratory condition in which the airways of the lungs become obstructed due to inflammation of the bronchi and excessive mucus production
nasopharyngitis
Bronchospasms
laryngitis
an infection of the lungs that causes inflammation; caused by a virus, bacterium, fungus, or—in rare cases—parasites
tonsillitis
hyperventilation
Acute Bronchitis
Temporary inflammation of the mucous membranes that line the trachea and bronchial passageways; causing a cough that may produce mucus.
pneumonia
inflammation of the larynx, or voice box
a highly contagious bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis
chronic inflammation of the lungs characterized by an abnormal increase in the air spaces near the bronchioles; causes an accumulation of carbon dioxide in the lungs
tuberculosis (TB)
sinusitis
Chronic bronchitis
inflammation of the nasal passages and pharynx; the common cold
