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Can someone with COPD be given an influenza vaccination?
Yes. Having Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is not a contraindication to receiving an influenza vaccination.
What is the life expectancy of someone with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?
About 10 years if their lung capacity was down to only 2/3 at time of diagnosis.
Does chronic pulmonary disease make you tired and sleepy?
No, because 'Cronic' is not a technical word and 'Pulmonary' is to do with the heart and veins. However I have also been wondering what the name of the disease to be hungry is? Oh well :* Cami g xxx I will make an account called 28Gemstone soon if it is not occupied and NO I am not a nerd or smart I went on a school trip to a hospital :DAnswer:COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is a term that covers several LUNG (not heart) diseases. They include asthma, bronchitis, etc. It could make someone sleepy, in theory, if they're not getting enough oxygen to the brain. This is why people with these conditions take medications, such as steroid inhalers ie Ventolin to improve respiration quality.well almost anyway this is my new account!!!! (28gemstone guarenteed)
What behavior puts an individual at highest risk for pulmonary disease?
someone who smokes
Is constipation a disease?
No, constipation is a condition. That said, it can feel like a disease to someone suffering from IBS or chronic constipation.
What kind of disease caused by smoking?
Liver diseases really can't be caused solely from smoking. However, it's very common for people with liver disease (Like say, cirrhosis in heavy drinkers) to have their condition exacerbated by smoking. So, while smoking cannot CAUSE a liver disease, it can make existing ones much worse.
Does COPD make you diarrhea?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) itself does not directly cause diarrhea. However, some medications used to treat COPD, such as certain bronchodilators or corticosteroids, may lead to gastrointestinal side effects, including diarrhea in some patients. Additionally, respiratory illnesses can sometimes affect appetite and digestion, which may indirectly contribute to gastrointestinal symptoms. If someone with COPD experiences persistent diarrhea, they should consult their healthcare provider for evaluation.
What are the symptoms of minimal pulmonary tuberculosis?
Minimal Pulmonary Tuberculosis is a very contagious disease. It is an infection that involves a persons lungs. You should get treated right away if you have it.minimal ptb is this dangerous?
Would a spirogram look for someone with a restrictive lung disease such as pulmonary fibrosis?
A spirogram of a person with restrictive lung disease would show reduced VC, TLC, FRC, and RV.
What is pulmonary?
Pulmonary is a term that is relating to the lungs. When someone has a high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs, they would have pulmonary hypertension.
What is diagnosis code for low GFR?
The medical diagnosis code for low GFR is 585.4. This is a medical billing code for someone who has a chronic kidney disease.
Why erythrocytosis occur with COPD?
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.
