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Erythropoietin (EPO) is secreted in response to chronic hypoxia, and EPO stimulates the production of RBCs. Therefore a secondary polycythaemia is seen in COPD and other chronic hypoxia states eg congestive heart failure, ventricular septal defects, sleep apnoea and pulmonary hypertension.
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Is erythrocytosis associated with anemia?
NO
Copd occur at which age?
over six to seven years age.
Why would a COPD patient have a higher percentage of red blood cells than a healthy person without COPD?
That is the good question and you probably know the answer. In case of the COPD patient you have less perfusion of the oxygen. The red blood cell production is stimulated by the low concentration of the oxygen.
What athlete had benign erythrocytosis?
Eero Mantyranta
What is a increase in red blood cells called?
An increase in red blood cells is called erythrocytosis. This condition can occur due to various factors, including chronic hypoxia, certain tumors, or as a response to dehydration. Erythrocytosis can lead to increased blood viscosity, which may cause complications such as hypertension or thrombosis. It's important to identify the underlying cause for appropriate management.
Can anyone catch a chest infection off someone with copd?
Yes, individuals can catch a chest infection from someone with COPD if the infection is caused by a contagious pathogen, such as a virus or bacteria. COPD itself is not contagious, but the infections that can occur in individuals with COPD, like pneumonia or bronchitis, can spread to others. It’s important to practice good hygiene, such as handwashing and avoiding close contact, to reduce the risk of transmission.
What is another term for secondary polycythemia?
Secondary polycythemia is also called secondary erythrocytosis
What is the combining form erythrocytosis?
The combining form "erythrocytosis" refers to an increase in the number of red blood cells (erythrocytes) in the bloodstream. The prefix "erythro-" denotes red, while the suffix "-cytosis" indicates an increase in cells. This condition can result from various factors, including chronic hypoxia, certain tumors, or polycythemia vera. Erythrocytosis can lead to increased blood viscosity and may pose health risks if not managed properly.
How can you damage the mucociliary escalator?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a disease that can occur after smoking cigarettes or vaping e-cigarettes. COPD can negatively impact the mucociliary escalator and cause lung disease that looks similar in many ways to CF [3].
Can copd cause leukocytosis?
Yes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can lead to leukocytosis, which is an elevated white blood cell count. This increase may occur due to chronic inflammation in the lungs or as a response to acute exacerbations, such as infections. The inflammatory processes associated with COPD can stimulate the bone marrow to produce more white blood cells, resulting in leukocytosis.
Is copd the same as emphysema?
Emphysema is one type of COPD. There are others.
What other respiratory complication can occur due to atelectasis?
Shortness of breath, COPD, asthma, and low oxygen levels to the body requiring oxygen therapy.
