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Identify the body system that controls lung function and what other systems are affected by reduced lung function?
identify the body system that controls lung function
How is trhe body affected by emphysema?
trhe body affected by emphysema ,anemia ,difficulty in normal activate ,heart disease ,angina ,hypertention .block large arteries ,lung dis try by smoking,copd symptoms
Is emphysema a disease associated with the skeleton?
No, emphysema is not related to the bones. It is a chronic, progressive lung disease.
How is lung structure affected by emphysema?
Emphysema is destruction of the lungs. It is usually caused by smoking but can also be from other toxins or genetics. The decreased lung tissues causes the airways to collapse and wheezing to be heard.
What systems are affected by reduced lung function?
All of them! Reduced lung function reduces the amount of oxygen in the entire body.
Is emphysema different from lung cancer?
Emphysema is a type of lung cancer that can be caused by the same things lung cancer is caused from with many complications.
What is the pulmonary function test?
Pulmonary function tests are used to diagnose respiratory disorder. Lung volume and lung capacities are measured. Normally the doctor will use an instrument called spirometer to measure various lung volumes. Some of the lung disorder a patient can have are: asthma, and Emphysema.
What is chronic lung disease?
Emphysema
What is emphysema an example of?
Emphysema is one of many chronic obstructive lung diseases. It is primarily caused by chronic exposure to lung irritants.
Respiratory Structure Mainly Affected by Emphysema?
Small airways (bronchioles) and lung sacs (alveoli). Bronchioles collapse, trapping air in alveoli, which then overstretch.
Is emphysema a gas?
Emphysema is not a gas. It is one of many chronic obstructive lung diseases.
What is a disease that destroys lung tissue and causes difficulty in breathing?
emphysema
