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What is the term of loss of lung function caused by enlargement of the alveoli?
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The loss of elasticity in the tissues of the lungs is called what?
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.
Why does the arterial Po2 decrease with emphysema?
emphysema is a condition of loss of elasticity of the alveoli where exchange of oxygen and Co2 occurs. The alveoli cannot efficiently exchange oxygen for Co2 so Co2 builds up in the blood. It is usually caused by chronic smoking but can be caused by other diseases/conditions.
What are the types of pipe losses?
friction loss head loss loss due to sudden enlargement
What is the medical term meaning progressive loss of lung function caused by enlargement of the alveoli?
Emphysema, which is a part of COPD - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary DiseaseChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and emphysema.Called "barrel chest"; usually caused by chronic pulmonary emphysema.Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and emphysema.Pulmonary emphysema
Enlargement of the spinal cord occur?
Spinal cord enlargement, also called acute myelitis, can be caused by an accident or a variety of illnesses, like Multiple Sclerosis. Symptoms of spinal cord enlargement include neck pain, tightness, and loss of feeling in the body. There is not much doctors can do for this condition, besides administering large doses of steroids.
What illness can be caused from lack of ions?
Loss-of-function mutations in ion channels often lead to recessive disease, such as cystic fibrosis, or Bartter syndrome.
What is the medical term meaning acute infection of alveoli causing loss of aeration?
Pneumonia leading to consolidation and collapse.
What is denaturising?
Actually called denaturation, it is the change in the three-dimensional structure of an enzyme or any other oluble protein, caused by heat or chemicals such as acids or alkalis, resulting in the loss of the enzyme's active site and loss of function as a catalyst.
Is the loss caused by a monopoly similar to the deadweight loss from taxation?
yes!
What are all of the symptoms of malaria?
Body weakness, chills, enlargement of spleen, body aches, sweats, mild jaundice and loss of appetite.
Any problem of fatty and enlargement liver?
There can be problems if you have a fatty and enlarged liver. You may experience weight loss, nausea, and tiredness.
Wrinkling is caused by the loss of what?
Collagen.
