intake of fluids is also important. Bronchodilators, usually in the form of aerosols, sometimes as oral medications, are usually prescribed. The aerosol method of delivery depends on the ability of the patient to breathe deeply so that the medication reaches the lower segments of the respiratory ...
Self-management with digital technologies in patients with asthma is another application of this technology for chronic pulmonary disease. In one study, participants were asked to answer a questionnaire regarding their asthma symptoms, medication use, and provider care as a tool to remind patients to...
Several causes of exacerbations are suggested for patients with COPD, such as heart failure, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism, non-adherence to inhaled medication, or inhalation of irritants, such as tobacco smoke or particles (panel 1). The most frequent cause is viral or bacterial infection. In ...
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a group of lung diseases. There are two major classifications of COPD; emphysema and bronchitis. Patients diagnosed with COPD commonly present with difficulty breathing and a persistent cough that resist medication. The condition has no cure. Only proper ...
Treatment for superficial thrombophlebitis usually includes elevating the leg, warm compresses to the area, and medication to decrease pain and inflammation. Support stockings may be worn to reduce swelling. Treatment for DVT or pulmonary embolism usually involves anticoagulation (blood thinning) ...
, pressure ulcers, ingrown toenails, heterotopic ossification, fractures, menstruation, pregnancy or labor, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and sexual activity. Medications, especially nasal decongestants and misoprostol, may...
Acute respiratory conditions (e.g., pneumonia, pulmonary embolism) can be a cause, consequence, or comorbidity of AECOPD or may have a similar manifestation. Determining the sequence of symptoms is essential to avoid misdiagnosis. AECOPD can be life-threatening. Do not delay treatment for testing...
Physical activity promotion in people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is focus of research and public health. Patient-centred interventions like counselling are promising approaches to help patients reducing sedentary behaviour. Aim of the present study is to investigate if a physical ...
Advances in surgical techniques along with the introduction of pulmonary hypertension-specific medication provide therapeutic options for the majority of patients afflicted with the disease. However, a substantial number of patients are not candidates for pulmonary endarterectomy due to either distal ...
Of those deaths related to comorbidities (63 in total), 38.1% were related to infections, 25.4% were related to neoplasms, including lung cancer (62.5%), cerebrovascular disease (15.9%), cardiovascular disease (14.3%), and pulmonary embolism (6.3%). Patients in Group 2B and 2A had mortality...