Lesson 9.3 - Respiratory Diseases and Disorders

15. Tuberculosis (TB)

a highly contagious bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis

4. Chronic bronchitis

a long-lasting respiratory condition in which the airways of the lungs become obstructed due to inflammation of the bronchi and excessive mucus production

1. Acute bronchitis

a temporary inflammation of the mucous membranes that line the trachea and bronchial passageways; causes a cough that may produce mucus

8. Influenza

a viral infection that affects the respiratory system; the flu

12. Pneumonia

an infection of the lungs that causes inflammation; caused by a virus, bacterium, fungus, or—in rare cases—parasites

5. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

any lung disorder characterized by a long-term airway obstruction, making it difficult to breathe

6. Emphysema

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

2. Asthma

disease of the lungs characterized by recurring episodes of airway inflammation causing bronchospasms and increased mucus production

7. Hyperventilation

excessive ventilation that leads to abnormal expulsion of carbon dioxide

9. Laryngitis

inflammation of the larynx, or voice box

10. Nasopharyngitis

inflammation of the nasal passages and pharynx; the common cold

11. Pharyngitis

inflammation of the pharynx, or throat

13. Sinusitis

inflammation of the sinuses

14. Tonsillitis

inflammation of the tonsils

3. Bronchospasm

spasmodic contractions of the bronchial muscles that constrict the airways in the lungs during an asthma attack