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The loss of elasticity in the tissues of the lungs is called what?
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The loss of elasticity of the alveoli is caused by high pressure in the bladder causing an unsafe drop in blood pressure which will cause alveoli to lose their elasticity. It can also be caused by being overweight, underweight, or eating feces.
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How does the loss of elasticity affect the function of the lungs?
The loss of elasticity has a huge impact on the function of the lungs. If lungs cannot expand they cannot take in and expel air efficiently.
Which of these age-related disorders is related to loss of elasticity of the lungs and hypoxia?
senile emphysema
What is loss of lens elasticity called?
Presbyopia
Does increase in tidal volume changes will accompany the loss of elasticity of the lungs associated with aging?
Yes, as elasticity decreases with age, the lungs may require an increase in tidal volume to maintain adequate gas exchange. This compensation helps overcome the decreased ability of the lungs to expand and contract efficiently. However, this increased tidal volume may lead to increased respiratory effort and potential respiratory muscle fatigue.
What is loss of lens elasticity?
Presbyopia
What happens if the elasticity of eye lens is reduced to zero?
The eye has the amazing ability to zoom in and zoom out depending on where we are looking it. This is due to its elasticity. Loss of elasticity can cause a common defect found in people over 40 years called presbyopia. It is the inability to focus on near objects due to loss in elasticity of the crystalline lens. Although I haven't heard of a condition where the elasticity has reached zero, I'm assuming the person would not be able to vary his gaze.
What is a weakening of connective tissue in older patients?
There is a variety of causes. One cause is the reduction of the amount of collagen present causing a loss of elasticity in diverse tissues. Some level of dehydration is also common in older patients causing loss of tone and adherence.
Do you get laryngitis or influenza with the loss of alveolar elasticity?
No, alveolar elasticity would not directly lead to laryngitis or influenza.
Loss of skin elasticity is a clinical sign of?
dehydration
What is the thickening and loss of elasticity of the arteries referred to as?
atheroma
Is loss of elasticity in the skin a symptom of hypernatremia?
Yes
Wrinkling of the skin is due to loss of?
the skin's elasticity
