The flu season is considered highly erratic. It can be mild in certain years but also vicious in other times. The reason for its changing nature is the constant evolution of the virus. The flu vaccine released for the year might not cover the dominant flu strain that is currently circulating. Another reason is that […]
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Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that prevents the blood from transporting oxygen and the tissues from using oxygen effectively once inhaled. Exposure to small amounts is not usually detrimental, but poisoning occurs if the level of carbon monoxide in the blood is too elevated. After several hours, carbon monoxide disappears from the blood.
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Blastomycosis is an infection involving the lungs that is caused by the fungus Blastomyces dermatitidis. The spores of blastomyces gain access to the body via the airways once the spores are breathed in. The condition mainly affects the lungs but it can occasionally spread throughout the bloodstream to affect other parts of the body, usually
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Bibasilar crackles are characterized as crackling or bubbling sound that originates from the base of the lungs. These can occur once the lungs inflate or deflate. The sounds are usually brief and can be described as dry or wet. The presence of excess fluid in the airways are responsible for causing these sounds. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3NfdPhxSM4 Possible
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Nasal flaring occurs once the nostrils widen while an individual is breathing. It is an indication that the individual has difficulty breathing. It commonly occurs among children and infants which might indicate respiratory distress. What are the causes? It is important to note that nasal flaring can be triggered by various conditions that range from
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Hyperventilation is a condition where an individual starts to breath rapidly in an abrupt manner. It is important to note that healthy breathing occurs with a normal balance between inhaling oxygen and exhaling carbon dioxide. This balance is disrupted during hyperventilation by releasing more than what is inhaled. This results to a rapid drop in
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Atypical pneumonia is a form of pneumonia that is not triggered by bacteria. In most cases, the typical type is considered more serious than atypical pneumonia. It is also called as “walking pneumonia” since it rarely requires bed rest or even hospitalization. Types of atypical pneumonia It is important to note that atypical pneumonia is
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There have been reported cases of individuals experiencing an allergic reaction to money. The reactions include the manifestation of rashes on the hands while handling money along with other symptoms such as asthma and nasal allergies among those who deal with large amounts of paper money. Even though rare, it is still possible for an
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Hazelnut allergy is one of the most common tree nut allergies. This tree nut appears similar to acorns when out of their shell and capable of triggering the usual symptoms of food allergies that range from mild to severe. The symptoms usually occur within 2 hours of consuming the hazelnuts or any food that contains
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Individuals who have asthma might end up with an attack if exposure to the droppings of cockroaches. Aside from the droppings, even the saliva and shed body parts can instigate the symptoms of asthma. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EDo9pUYvPE Can I end up with cockroach allergy if I have asthma? If an individual already has severe asthma, he/she is
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