Lung cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the lungs, but may spread to other areas of the body. According to MayoClinic.com, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States among both genders and causes more deaths than...
A severe cough associated with a virus, respiratory infection or allergy may persist long after other symptoms subside. Although over-the-counter cough medications may temporarily relieve cough symptoms, they may also cause drowsiness and...
A severe cough during pregnancy can be bothersome but DrSpock.com reassures mothers that the baby is protected by the amniotic fluid in the womb. Any number of illnesses can cause a cough in pregnancy, including a cold, flu or other similar...
Parents do everything they can to protect their baby, but viral and bacterial infections still can find their way to your baby's lungs. The common cold, pertussis and respiratory syncytial virus, known as RSV, can cause a severe cough. The cough...
Coughing in children is often harmless, but prolonged and severe coughing may be a symptom of a serious illness. Depending on the sound and duration of the coughing, your child may need to see a doctor for diagnosis and treatment. Persistent and...
Even during pregnancy, it is possible to catch a cold. Because pregnancy has an impact on your immune system and hormones, cold symptoms may worsen or last longer than normal. Unfortunately, certain treatments and medications are not recommended...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the swine flu, also known as H1N1, is a newer influenza strain that was first detected in the U.S. around April 2009. The H1N1 strain was nicknamed the swine flu because scientists...
Aggravated breathing and coughing can create additional health issues when considering overall health. If you are finding it hard to sustain an eating schedule because of severe cough, ask your doctor about the best treatment plan. As you treat...
Pulmonary tuberculosis is an infectious disease that occurs when the bacteria causing tuberculosis multiplies in the body and attacks the lungs.
Your child may have a productive cough, which is one that brings up phlegm. Your child's cough may be particularly acute after a bacterial respiratory infection, a bout with the flu or another virus. Other causes of a particularly severe cough...
Tobacco smoke is harmful in many ways, but it is especially risky for people with asthma. Asthma is a chronic lung condition that causes the airways to become inflamed and swollen when exposed to irritating substances. Tobacco smoke is one of the...
A cough attack can occur for any number of reasons, from choking on a piece of food caught in the windpipe to pneumonia or the flu. Both home remedies and conventional medicines may bring relief from different kinds of coughs. Because conventional...
Tuberculosis (TB) is a highly contagious, infectious disease that primarily effects the lungs. TB is spread from person to person through tiny droplets released into the air, states the Mayo Clinic. If diagnosed with TB, you may be able to cure...
The influenza virus is a highly contagious virus that results in a high fever as well as serious complications such as pneumonia in elderly patients, children and immunocompromised individuals. According to MedlinePlus, a publication of the...
Waking up to the sound of your toddler coughing can be alarming, especially if the cough produces large amounts of phlegm. However, coughing up phlegm isn't always cause for alarm. Observe your toddler for signs of serious infection and consult...
Allergy-related asthma can be difficult to handle for both adults and children, especially with extensive medication and other treatments. When certain allergens are not avoidable, it is important to have the option to use non-traditional...
Hyssop, known botanically as Hyssopus officinalis, is a member of the Labiatae, or mint, family. It is a bushy and aromatic perennial herb that can grow up to 2 feet high. The flowers range form purple to blue and pink, and form in whorls,...
Baby Orajel is one of several brand names for topical benzocaine. According to RxList.com, topical benzocaine is a local anesthetic that works by blocking nerve signals in the body. Baby Orajel is a non-prescription form of benzocaine used to ease...
Treating a cold during pregnancy can be especially difficult. There are certain medications that are considered safe, and those that you should only use after you enter your second trimester, reports OB focus. It is important to realize that any...
Bronchitis refers to inflammation of the air passages that lead to the lungs, including the distal part of the trachea and the bronchi. While physicians usually consider bronchitis to be due to an infection, allergens and environmental irritants...
Coughing is the body's response to irritation in the throat or lungs according to Health911.com. The two kinds of coughs are congested and dry coughs, which are caused by colds, bronchial infections, smoking and allergies. Dust, pollen and...
Coughing, an action designed to keep the airways of the throat clear, may produce mucus, or it may be a dry cough. A variety of conditions may cause coughing, including respiratory infection, cold or flu, allergies, lung diseases, cigarette smoke...
The Atkins Diet has four phases. The first is the Induction phase, which is your initiation to Atkins. During this phase, your net carbohydrate intake is limited to 20 grams a day. Condiments, candy and certain medications containing sugar --...
If it's between November and March, and you're achy, sneezing, and have a sore throat, odds are you either have a cold or the flu. At first, the two might seem alike, but they're very different. While colds develop slowly, the flu comes on fast...
Omeprazole, also known by the brand names Prilosec and Losec, is used in the treatment of acid reflux disease, or GERD, inflammation of the esophagus and H. pylori infection. Omeprazole helps infants with these conditions by decreasing stomach...
Nystatin is a prescription antifungal medication used to treat several different types of yeast infections. Nystatin is available for use with infants as a liquid oral suspension or a cream. Infants are typically prescribed oral nystatin to treat...
Although many pregnant women are extremely afraid that their own illnesses might harm their baby, fetuses are remarkably resilient. In most cases, a cough is harmless to a developing baby. The placenta provides fetuses with substantial protection...
Asthma is a chronic lung disease that causes the bronchial tubes (air passages) to become inflamed and constricted. The National Heart Lung and Blood Institute report that more than 22 million people in the United States have asthma and 6 million...
Pertussis, commonly called whooping cough, is a contagious bacterial infection of the respiratory tract that can be deadly for infants or adults who are severely immune-compromised. Pertussis is characterized by a severe cough and a dramatic...
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