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Anatomy of the Respiratory System

Signs of Respiratory Distress

Spirometers

Inhalers and Nebulizers

Upper Respiratory Infections

Lung Diseases and Disorders

Lung Cancer

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Sleep Problems

Glossary

Respiratory disorders, or lung diseases, are disorders like asthma, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and lung cancer.

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According to the American Lung Association, almost 400,000 people die from lung disease each year. Lung disease is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. Lung disease and other breathing problems are leading causes of death in infants.

Today, more than 35 million Americans are living with chronic lung disease.

Online Medical Reviewer: Bass, Pat MD
Online Medical Reviewer: Stump-Sutliff, Kim RN, MSN, AOCNS
Last Annual Review Date: 8/19/2011
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