Respiratory Conditions

Respiratory conditions impact the lungs and the ability to breath. In this section, find out about the symptoms and treatment of apnea, orthopnea and more.

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You can prevent cystic fibrosis from occurring in your offspring by doing genetic counseling. Learn if cystic fibrosis can be prevented from this article.

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Chest X-rays are important for monitoring lung function in cystic fibrosis patients. Learn more about chest X-rays for cystic fibrosis from this article.

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There are some foods that may cause hiccups although, usually, the cause for hiccups is not known. Learn whether there are foods that cause hiccups in this article.

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Bronchitis is an infection of the airways, which can be identified by the characteristic cough. Learn how to identify bronchitis in your children from the article below.

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Most of us dread the sinus drainage and congestion that comes with the annual cold. Imagine what a nuisance these symptoms become when they occur on a daily basis. Learn about chronic sinus congestion and how to cope with he condition.

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You wake up suddenly, gasping for air, coughing and wheezing. It could be paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea. What causes it, and how can you treat it?

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Swallowing sugar, pulling your tongue, biting a lemon, holding your breath -- these are all homegrown hiccup cures. What makes hiccups so hard to stop?

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