Terms

Influenza

Flu, Viral infection that causes inflammation of the mucous membranes and leads to an increase in mucous discharge, pain, fever

Nasal polyps

Growths that build in the sinus cavity that obstruct the airways

Emphysema

Illness caused by smoking and characterized by over dilated alveoli

Bronchitis (COPD)

Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the trachea and bronchial tubes and excessive mucous secretion is known

Sinusitis

Inflammation of the mucous membranes that line the sinus cavities, and cause pain and nasal discharge

Pneumonia

Lung infection in which the alveoli are filled with fluid

Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)

Occurs when infants stop breathing during sleep

Pharyngitis

Pain or irritation in the throat that can occur with or without swallowing, often accompanies infections, such as a cold or flu.

Hyperventilation

Rapid breathing which causes the body to lose carbon dioxide too quickly and can lead to dizziness and fainting

Diphtheria

Releases a toxin that damages the heart and nervous system

Tyberculosis

Tubercle in lung tissue are common for this illness

Pertussis

Whooping cough, characterized by severe cough attacks that end in a whooping sound

Coughing

clears lower respiratory tract

Sneezing

clears upper respiratory passages

Dyspnea

difficult or labored breathing

Hiccups

spasm of the diaphragm

Apnea

temporary cessation of breathing

Laryngitis

An inflammation of the voice box, which is also known as the larynx. Overuse, irritation or infection can be the cause.

Tachypnea

Breathing that is abnormally rapid and often shallow

Yawning

Caused by need of oxygen

Common cold

Contagious virus that lowers the body's resistance, making it subject to infection

Orthopnea

Discomfort when breathing while lying down flat; common in people with some types of heart or lung conditions.

Eupnea

Eupnea is normal, good, healthy and unlabored breathing, sometimes known as quiet breathing or a resting respiratory rate.

Hyperpnea

Term for taking deeper breaths than usual, which increases the volume of air in the lungs