Obstructive Disorders
A chronic inflammatory disease characterized by reversible airway obstruction and bronchospasm.
What is asthma?
A partial or complete collapse of lung tissue.
What is atelectasis?
A blockage of a pulmonary artery, commonly from a deep vein thrombosis.
What is pulmonary embolism?
A condition where airway narrowing occurs during or after exercise.
What is exercise-induced bronchoconstriction?
A severe allergic reaction that can cause airway swelling and respiratory compromise.
What is anaphylaxis?
A condition involving chronic airflow limitation caused by emphysema and/or chronic bronchitis.
What is COPD?
Air enters the pleural space causing lung collapse.
What is pneumothorax?
Low oxygen levels in the blood.
What is hypoxemia?
Breathing difficulty caused by vocal cord closure during inspiration, often mistaken for asthma.
What is vocal cord dysfunction (VCD)?
An infection causing inflammation of the bronchi, often viral in origin.
What is acute bronchitis?
This condition is often triggered by cold air, allergens, or exercise.
What is exercise-induced bronchoconstriction?
A life-threatening condition where increasing pleural pressure shifts mediastinal structures.
What is tension pneumothorax?
This condition causes shortness of breath, pink frothy sputum, and crackles on auscultation.
What is pulmonary edema?
This condition can occur in endurance athletes and presents with coughing and chest tightness.
What is exercise-induced pulmonary edema?
A condition where airway obstruction occurs due to a foreign object.
What is airway obstruction (choking)?
A disease marked by destruction of alveolar walls leading to decreased gas exchange.
What is emphysema?
Fluid accumulation in the pleural space.
What is pleural effusion?
Impaired gas exchange due to fluid or inflammation in the alveoli.
What is pneumonia?
Rapid breathing due to anxiety leading to respiratory alkalosis.
What is hyperventilation syndrome?
Sudden onset dyspnea, chest pain, and tracheal deviation are signs of this condition.
What is tension pneumothorax?
This condition presents with chronic productive cough for at least 3 months over 2 consecutive years.
What is chronic bronchitis?
A progressive lung disease causing stiff lungs and reduced lung expansion.
What is pulmonary fibrosis?
A life-threatening condition where the lungs cannot adequately oxygenate blood despite support.
What is acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)?
A sudden inability to breathe adequately during exercise requiring immediate cessation of activity.
What is acute respiratory distress?
A life-threatening failure of ventilation requiring immediate emergency response.
What is respiratory failure?