Memory Game Ch 9 Respiratory diseaseOnline version ch 9 respiratory system by Amber Breese 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 Acute Bronchitis Bronchospasms tuberculosis (TB) an infection of the lungs that causes inflammation; caused by a virus, bacterium, fungus, or—in rare cases—parasites hyperventilation a viral infection that affects the respiratory system; also known as the flu inflammation of the nasal passages and pharynx; the common cold Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD) Spasmodic contractions of the bronchial muscles that constrict the airways in the lungs during an asthma attack nasopharyngitis Disease of the lungs characterized by recurring episodes of airway inflammation causing bronchospasm and increased mucus production. pharyngitis emphysema sinusitis inflammation of the tonsils Chronic bronchitis pneumonia laryngitis influenza Asthma a highly contagious bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis A long-lasting respiratory condition in which the airways of the lungs become obstructed due to inflammation of the bronchi and excessive mucus production inflammation of the sinuses Temporary inflammation of the mucous membranes that line the trachea and bronchial passageways; causing a cough that may produce mucus. inflammation of the pharynx, or throat inflammation of the larynx, or voice box excessive ventilation that leads to abnormal expulsion of carbon dioxide tonsillitis Any lung disorder characterized by a long-term airway obstruction, making it difficult to breathe