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it is a group of respiratory symptoms seen in smokers; includes coughing wheezing, vocal hoarseness, pharyngitis, dyspenia, and susceptibility to respiratory infections.
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Are at as great of a risk as smokers for respiratory and circulatory diseases?
passive smokers
What feature of the epithelial lining of the respiratory tract is responsible for the smokers cough?
Ciliary dysfunction in the epithelial lining of the respiratory tract is responsible for the smoker's cough. Smoking damages the cilia, which are tiny hairs that help to move mucus and debris out of the airways. When cilia are impaired, mucus and irritants accumulate, leading to coughing as the body tries to expel them.
Can the non-smokers also contract respiratory diseases?
Yes. e.g not all asthmatics are smokers.
Heavy smokers are often prone to?
Respiratory infections
What is the cause of severe acute respiratory syndrome?
severe acute respiratory syndrome is caused by a virus
Why do smokers have lowered respiratory efficiency?
Smoking can damage the cilia in the lungs, which are responsible for clearing mucus and particles from the airways. This can lead to a buildup of mucus and reduced ability to clear out harmful substances from the lungs, decreasing respiratory efficiency. Additionally, smoking can cause inflammation and narrowing of the airways, making it harder to breathe.
What is Sars real name?
Sudden Acute Respiratory Syndrome (severe acute respiratory syndrome) the real name
Can non-smokers people also contract respiratory disease?
yes
Respiratory failure characterized by atelectasis?
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
Full form of SARS?
The full form of SARS is 'Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome'(according to Wikipedia).
What SARS stand for?
Sever Acute Respiratory Syndrome
What is severe acute respiratory syndrome?
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