AIDS, HIV, History of AIDs, Symptoms & Treatment of AIDs, Asthma, Types of Asthma, Allergic Asthma, Non-Allergic Asthma, Mix Asthma, Symptoms & Treatment of Asthma.
AIDS, HIV, History of AIDs, Symptoms & Treatment of AIDs, Asthma, Types of Asthma, Allergic Asthma, Non-Allergic Asthma, Mix Asthma, Symptoms & Treatment of Asthma.
Asthma is a lung disorder that interferes with breathing.It can appear at any age, but it typically develops during childhood. Those most at risk include people with allergies or a family history of asthma.About 1.4 million patients visit a hospital outpatient department for asthma; almost 1.75 million go to a hospital emergency room.Many people with asthma manage the condition well and can live a healthy and productive life by avoiding triggers and following their allergists’ instructions. If left unmanaged or misdiagnosed, asthma can be fatal; about 3,300 people die from it annually.
This document discusses facts and myths about asthma. It begins by stating that asthma is not "all in the mind" but emotional triggers can cause flare-ups. It also notes that while asthma symptoms may become inactive in teenage years for some children, it cannot be outgrown. The document emphasizes that asthma cannot be cured but can be controlled with medical treatment and underscores the seriousness of the condition. It confirms several triggers of asthma attacks and notes that medications used to treat asthma are not habit-forming or addictive. Overall, the document provides information to distinguish true and false statements about the nature, causes, and treatment of asthma.
Respiratory system issues may lead to asthma attack, so one should not ignore respiratory illness. Check out here more on asthma attack causes, prevention and asthma medication http://www.myhealthpharma.com/generic-flovent.aspx
Asthma is a chronic inflammation of the airways that affects millions of adults and children in the U.S. It is caused by triggers like dust, pollen, pet hair, or tobacco smoke that bring about symptoms like wheezing, shortness of breath, and coughing. While asthma cannot be passed between individuals, chronic coughing may impact transmission of other illnesses. The disease affects the bronchial tubes leading to the lungs and symptoms are often worse in the morning or evening in response to cold air. Preventative inhalers can help control symptoms and attacks to manage the disease, which is lifelong once developed, though its effects can be minimized with proper treatment.
- Asthma is a chronic lung condition that affects over 3 million Canadians and cannot be cured but can be managed. It causes reversible airway obstruction and symptoms include coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing, and chest tightness.
- Asthma symptoms are triggered by factors like allergens, infections, exercise, air pollution, emotions, and medications. Exercise is a trigger for 90% of people with asthma.
- Asthma is treated through medications like rescue inhalers to quickly reverse symptoms and preventive controller medications to reduce inflammation and prevent symptoms. Proper medication use and trigger avoidance can help asthma be managed.
Asthma is a chronic lung disease that affects over 235 million people worldwide. It is characterized by airway inflammation, intermittent airflow obstruction, and bronchial hyperresponsiveness. There are two main types - allergic or extrinsic asthma caused by an antigen-antibody reaction, and intrinsic asthma caused by autonomic nervous system imbalances. Symptoms include coughing, wheezing, chest tightness and shortness of breath. The pathogenesis involves inflammation of the airways, obstruction of airflow due to bronchoconstriction, edema, mucus plugs and airway remodeling, and hyperresponsiveness of the bronchi to stimuli.
Asthma is a chronic disease that affects your airways. Your
airways are tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs. If you have asthma,
the inside walls of your airways become sore and swollen. That makes them very
sensitive, and they may react strongly to things that you are allergic to
or find irritating. When your airways react, they get narrower and your lungs
get less air. This can cause wheezing, coughing, chest tightness and trouble
breathing, especially early in the morning or at night.When your asthma symptoms become worse than usual, it's called
an asthma attack. In a severe asthma attack, the airways can close so much that
your vital organs do not get enough oxygen. People can die from severe asthma
attacks.
Asthma is treated with two kinds of medicines: quick-relief
medicines to stop asthma symptoms and long-term control medicines to prevent
symptoms.
Asthma is a lung disorder that interferes with breathing.It can appear at any age, but it typically develops during childhood. Those most at risk include people with allergies or a family history of asthma.About 1.4 million patients visit a hospital outpatient department for asthma; almost 1.75 million go to a hospital emergency room.Many people with asthma manage the condition well and can live a healthy and productive life by avoiding triggers and following their allergists’ instructions. If left unmanaged or misdiagnosed, asthma can be fatal; about 3,300 people die from it annually.
This document discusses facts and myths about asthma. It begins by stating that asthma is not "all in the mind" but emotional triggers can cause flare-ups. It also notes that while asthma symptoms may become inactive in teenage years for some children, it cannot be outgrown. The document emphasizes that asthma cannot be cured but can be controlled with medical treatment and underscores the seriousness of the condition. It confirms several triggers of asthma attacks and notes that medications used to treat asthma are not habit-forming or addictive. Overall, the document provides information to distinguish true and false statements about the nature, causes, and treatment of asthma.
Respiratory system issues may lead to asthma attack, so one should not ignore respiratory illness. Check out here more on asthma attack causes, prevention and asthma medication http://www.myhealthpharma.com/generic-flovent.aspx
Asthma is a chronic inflammation of the airways that affects millions of adults and children in the U.S. It is caused by triggers like dust, pollen, pet hair, or tobacco smoke that bring about symptoms like wheezing, shortness of breath, and coughing. While asthma cannot be passed between individuals, chronic coughing may impact transmission of other illnesses. The disease affects the bronchial tubes leading to the lungs and symptoms are often worse in the morning or evening in response to cold air. Preventative inhalers can help control symptoms and attacks to manage the disease, which is lifelong once developed, though its effects can be minimized with proper treatment.
- Asthma is a chronic lung condition that affects over 3 million Canadians and cannot be cured but can be managed. It causes reversible airway obstruction and symptoms include coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing, and chest tightness.
- Asthma symptoms are triggered by factors like allergens, infections, exercise, air pollution, emotions, and medications. Exercise is a trigger for 90% of people with asthma.
- Asthma is treated through medications like rescue inhalers to quickly reverse symptoms and preventive controller medications to reduce inflammation and prevent symptoms. Proper medication use and trigger avoidance can help asthma be managed.
Asthma is a chronic lung disease that affects over 235 million people worldwide. It is characterized by airway inflammation, intermittent airflow obstruction, and bronchial hyperresponsiveness. There are two main types - allergic or extrinsic asthma caused by an antigen-antibody reaction, and intrinsic asthma caused by autonomic nervous system imbalances. Symptoms include coughing, wheezing, chest tightness and shortness of breath. The pathogenesis involves inflammation of the airways, obstruction of airflow due to bronchoconstriction, edema, mucus plugs and airway remodeling, and hyperresponsiveness of the bronchi to stimuli.
Asthma is a chronic disease that affects your airways. Your
airways are tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs. If you have asthma,
the inside walls of your airways become sore and swollen. That makes them very
sensitive, and they may react strongly to things that you are allergic to
or find irritating. When your airways react, they get narrower and your lungs
get less air. This can cause wheezing, coughing, chest tightness and trouble
breathing, especially early in the morning or at night.When your asthma symptoms become worse than usual, it's called
an asthma attack. In a severe asthma attack, the airways can close so much that
your vital organs do not get enough oxygen. People can die from severe asthma
attacks.
Asthma is treated with two kinds of medicines: quick-relief
medicines to stop asthma symptoms and long-term control medicines to prevent
symptoms.
Asthma is a chronic lung disease characterized by airway inflammation, epithelial damage, and bronchospasm. Common symptoms include breathlessness, wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness triggered by allergens like pollen, dander, smoke, and air pollution. Management involves inhalers, nebulizers, chest physiotherapy, allergen control, and treatment of acute attacks with oxygen, bronchodilators, and monitoring of respiratory status. Airway remodeling over time can lead to permanent fibrotic lung damage.
1. Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the bronchi characterized by episodic and reversible bronchospasm caused by an exaggerated response to various stimuli like allergens.
2. It affects 10% of children and 5-7% of adults worldwide. The pathogenesis involves inflammation, airflow limitation, and airway hyperresponsiveness triggered by allergens, viruses, pollutants, and other factors.
3. New understanding of the role of leukotrienes, mast cells, eosinophils and cytokines in asthma pathology has led to more targeted drug therapies that inhibit these inflammatory pathways.
Asthma is a chronic condition that affects the airways in the lungs. When asthma occurs, the airways become inflamed and swollen, making them very sensitive and causing the muscles around the airways to tighten. This causes symptoms like wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and trouble breathing. There are different levels of asthma severity ranging from mild to severe based on symptoms. Medications can help control asthma symptoms and prevent attacks. It is important for dental patients with asthma to take their medications as prescribed and for dental staff to take steps to minimize triggers.
Bronchial asthma in children is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways. It is characterized by recurrent episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness and coughing, particularly at night or in the early morning. These episodes are usually associated with reversible airflow obstruction. The document discusses the pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of bronchial asthma in children. It outlines the goal of treatment as achieving and maintaining clinical control by preventing acute symptoms and disease recurrence while avoiding side effects. Treatment follows a step approach of increasing medication according to asthma severity.
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory airway condition characterized by inflammation, narrowing of airways, and excess mucus production causing difficulty breathing, coughing, and wheezing. It is more common in developed countries but increasing in developing countries like Pakistan, where adult prevalence is 5-10% and children 19%. It is responsible for 70% of pediatric and 40% of emergency adult hospital admissions seasonally. Allergens, environmental toxins, infections, smoke, and pollution are risk factors. Treatment focuses on steroids, bronchodilators, and prevention through public health measures like monitoring systems, local treatment centers, education, and environmental regulations.
- 20-year-old male presented with acute onset of dyspnea and cough after visiting a friend where he played with a dog. He has a history of similar episodes and wheezing.
- He has a family history of asthma and became asymptomatic after using inhalers in the past.
- The document discusses the definition, etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, assessment of severity and treatment of asthma. Key points include atopy and infections as common triggers, airway inflammation as the pathophysiology, and use of controllers and relievers for treatment.
Smoking is strongly linked to worse asthma outcomes. Exposure to secondhand smoke can cause or exacerbate asthma in both children and adults. Smoking cigarettes leads to higher levels of nicotine and chemicals in the smoke, increasing health risks. The evidence that secondhand smoke causes cancer and other diseases in nonsmokers is conclusive according to leading health organizations.
This document provides an overview of asthma including its definition, symptoms, causes, prevalence, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment and prevention. It discusses what asthma is, how common it is, what can trigger it, how it is classified, and outlines the immune system processes involved in the condition. Public health messages around asthma emphasize that it is an inflammatory disease influenced by environmental factors, and that awareness, recognition of triggers and avoidance are important for prevention and control.
This document defines and describes asthma. It begins by defining obstructive and restrictive lung diseases, with asthma being an obstructive disease. Asthma is then defined as a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways characterized by inflammation, increased airway responsiveness, contraction of smooth muscles, hypersecretion of mucus, altered airway architecture and immunology. Asthma is classified as either intrinsic (non-allergic) or extrinsic (allergic). The pathophysiology and diagnosis of asthma are then discussed, followed by treatments which include short-acting beta agonists for acute symptoms and inhaled corticosteroids for chronic inflammation.
Asthma is a chronic disease that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways, resulting in wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and coughing, especially at night or in the morning. An asthma attack occurs when the bronchial tubes swell and close, preventing enough air from reaching the body. Most asthma cases are hereditary and caused by genes, though exposure to tobacco smoke or a low-income environment can also increase children's risk. Asthma affects 300 million people worldwide and causes 255,000 deaths each year.
This document discusses asthma, including its causes, symptoms, classifications, pathophysiology, management, and related topics. It begins by defining allergy and hypersensitivity. It then discusses delayed-reaction allergy and allergic reactions like anaphylaxis. The document covers asthma prevalence globally and regionally. It examines asthma in children and precipitating factors. Signs and symptoms are outlined. The pathophysiology of asthma is explained in detail. Nutrition factors like vitamins, fish oil, and quercetin are discussed. Current therapies for asthma management are also summarized.
Asthma in children & Infants: Symptoms and TreatmentEPIC Health
Asthma affects over 7 million children in the U.S, which is about 8.5% of the child population, making it one of the most common pediatric illnesses in the country.
This document provides an overview of asthma including its incidence, etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and management. Some key points:
- Asthma prevalence has increased 61% over the last two decades and it is the leading chronic illness among children.
- It is caused by airway inflammation and obstruction from factors such as allergens, infections, pollutants, and psychosocial stress.
- Symptoms include dyspnea, wheezing, and cough. Diagnosis involves patient history, physical exam, and sometimes chest X-rays.
- Treatment involves quick-relief medications for acute attacks, long-term preventers to control inflammation, and patient education on trigger avoidance and proper
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the bronchi characterized by episodic and reversible bronchospasm resulting from an exaggerated response to various stimuli like allergens. It affects around 10% of children and 5-7% of adults globally. The pathogenesis involves inflammation, airflow limitation, and airway hyperresponsiveness triggered by allergens, exercise, cold air, and other factors. Pathologically, asthma is associated with bronchial inflammation, edema, mucus plugging, and bronchospasm.
The document discusses asthma, including its symptoms, triggers, diagnosis, treatment, management, effects, and resources. It describes how asthma is caused by inflammation and narrowing of the airways. It outlines common allergic and non-allergic triggers, methods of diagnosis using peak flow meters, and typical treatments including inhalers and avoiding triggers. It also addresses asthma management plans, the impact of asthma on schools and children's activity levels, and resources for further information.
Bronchial Asthma - Epidemiology, Pathogenesis and ManagementShashikiran Umakanth
Bronchial asthma is a chronic disease with airway inflammation as a central theme in its pathogenesis. Prevalence of this condition is gradually increasing, especially in developed countries and in countries that are getting "westernized". With early diagnosis, regular monitoring and prompt and rational treatment, most patients with asthma can lead a symptom-free life.
Bronchial asthma is a chronic respiratory condition characterized by inflammation of the airways and hyperresponsiveness to various triggers. Symptoms include shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness. Triggers include allergens, infections, air pollution, weather changes, emotions, and certain drugs. There are two main types - extrinsic (allergic) asthma associated with family history of allergies and intrinsic asthma initiated by non-allergic factors. Pathogenesis involves airway inflammation from mast cells, eosinophils, and lymphocytes, bronchoconstriction, edema, remodeling, and obstruction leading to symptoms.
Bronchial asthma is a clinical syndrome characterized by increased responsiveness of the tracheobronchial tree to various stimuli. The primary physiological manifestation is variable airway obstruction. Pathologically, asthma is defined as a disorder of the airways characterized by chronic inflammation with infiltration of lymphocytes, eosinophils and mast cells. Asthma has many potential triggers including allergens, infections, pollutants, exercise and emotions.
The document discusses the management of severe asthma. It begins with an introduction to asthma, including its etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, classifications, and definitions of terms like uncontrolled, severe, and difficult-to-treat asthma. It then covers the GINA guidelines for evaluating and managing severe asthma, including phenotypic assessment and add-on biologic therapies like monoclonal antibodies that target specific inflammatory pathways. The guidelines provide a stepwise approach to treatment optimization and incorporating biologics based on a patient's phenotype and disease severity.
This document discusses asthma, including that it is a chronic lung condition characterized by bronchiole constriction and inflammation that causes variable symptoms. Symptoms include coughing, wheezing, chest tightness and shortness of breath. Asthma is managed using medications and by avoiding triggers when possible, though exercise should not be avoided. Medications include rescue inhalers for quick symptom relief and controller medications like corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and prevent symptoms. Proper asthma management requires monitoring symptoms and lung function.
AIDs/HIV, History, Causes, Modern Days AIDs spreading, Treatment, HIVUsama Adeel
HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus and causes AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). HIV weakens a person's immune system by destroying cells that fight disease and infection. Over time, HIV can lead to AIDS. AIDS is the final stage of HIV infection where the immune system is badly damaged and people become vulnerable to life-threatening conditions. Scientists believe HIV originated in chimpanzees in Western Africa and was transmitted to humans through contact with infected animals. HIV spreads through activities that allow the exchange of certain body fluids like sexual intercourse, blood transfusions, sharing needles, and from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding.
The document summarizes various respiratory infections including:
1. Upper respiratory infections like the common cold caused mainly by rhinoviruses and influenza.
2. Lower respiratory infections like pneumonia, bronchitis, asthma, and tuberculosis.
3. It describes the symptoms, causes, risk factors, and treatments for these respiratory infections.
Asthma is a chronic lung disease characterized by airway inflammation, epithelial damage, and bronchospasm. Common symptoms include breathlessness, wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness triggered by allergens like pollen, dander, smoke, and air pollution. Management involves inhalers, nebulizers, chest physiotherapy, allergen control, and treatment of acute attacks with oxygen, bronchodilators, and monitoring of respiratory status. Airway remodeling over time can lead to permanent fibrotic lung damage.
1. Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the bronchi characterized by episodic and reversible bronchospasm caused by an exaggerated response to various stimuli like allergens.
2. It affects 10% of children and 5-7% of adults worldwide. The pathogenesis involves inflammation, airflow limitation, and airway hyperresponsiveness triggered by allergens, viruses, pollutants, and other factors.
3. New understanding of the role of leukotrienes, mast cells, eosinophils and cytokines in asthma pathology has led to more targeted drug therapies that inhibit these inflammatory pathways.
Asthma is a chronic condition that affects the airways in the lungs. When asthma occurs, the airways become inflamed and swollen, making them very sensitive and causing the muscles around the airways to tighten. This causes symptoms like wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and trouble breathing. There are different levels of asthma severity ranging from mild to severe based on symptoms. Medications can help control asthma symptoms and prevent attacks. It is important for dental patients with asthma to take their medications as prescribed and for dental staff to take steps to minimize triggers.
Bronchial asthma in children is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways. It is characterized by recurrent episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness and coughing, particularly at night or in the early morning. These episodes are usually associated with reversible airflow obstruction. The document discusses the pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of bronchial asthma in children. It outlines the goal of treatment as achieving and maintaining clinical control by preventing acute symptoms and disease recurrence while avoiding side effects. Treatment follows a step approach of increasing medication according to asthma severity.
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory airway condition characterized by inflammation, narrowing of airways, and excess mucus production causing difficulty breathing, coughing, and wheezing. It is more common in developed countries but increasing in developing countries like Pakistan, where adult prevalence is 5-10% and children 19%. It is responsible for 70% of pediatric and 40% of emergency adult hospital admissions seasonally. Allergens, environmental toxins, infections, smoke, and pollution are risk factors. Treatment focuses on steroids, bronchodilators, and prevention through public health measures like monitoring systems, local treatment centers, education, and environmental regulations.
- 20-year-old male presented with acute onset of dyspnea and cough after visiting a friend where he played with a dog. He has a history of similar episodes and wheezing.
- He has a family history of asthma and became asymptomatic after using inhalers in the past.
- The document discusses the definition, etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, assessment of severity and treatment of asthma. Key points include atopy and infections as common triggers, airway inflammation as the pathophysiology, and use of controllers and relievers for treatment.
Smoking is strongly linked to worse asthma outcomes. Exposure to secondhand smoke can cause or exacerbate asthma in both children and adults. Smoking cigarettes leads to higher levels of nicotine and chemicals in the smoke, increasing health risks. The evidence that secondhand smoke causes cancer and other diseases in nonsmokers is conclusive according to leading health organizations.
This document provides an overview of asthma including its definition, symptoms, causes, prevalence, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment and prevention. It discusses what asthma is, how common it is, what can trigger it, how it is classified, and outlines the immune system processes involved in the condition. Public health messages around asthma emphasize that it is an inflammatory disease influenced by environmental factors, and that awareness, recognition of triggers and avoidance are important for prevention and control.
This document defines and describes asthma. It begins by defining obstructive and restrictive lung diseases, with asthma being an obstructive disease. Asthma is then defined as a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways characterized by inflammation, increased airway responsiveness, contraction of smooth muscles, hypersecretion of mucus, altered airway architecture and immunology. Asthma is classified as either intrinsic (non-allergic) or extrinsic (allergic). The pathophysiology and diagnosis of asthma are then discussed, followed by treatments which include short-acting beta agonists for acute symptoms and inhaled corticosteroids for chronic inflammation.
Asthma is a chronic disease that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways, resulting in wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and coughing, especially at night or in the morning. An asthma attack occurs when the bronchial tubes swell and close, preventing enough air from reaching the body. Most asthma cases are hereditary and caused by genes, though exposure to tobacco smoke or a low-income environment can also increase children's risk. Asthma affects 300 million people worldwide and causes 255,000 deaths each year.
This document discusses asthma, including its causes, symptoms, classifications, pathophysiology, management, and related topics. It begins by defining allergy and hypersensitivity. It then discusses delayed-reaction allergy and allergic reactions like anaphylaxis. The document covers asthma prevalence globally and regionally. It examines asthma in children and precipitating factors. Signs and symptoms are outlined. The pathophysiology of asthma is explained in detail. Nutrition factors like vitamins, fish oil, and quercetin are discussed. Current therapies for asthma management are also summarized.
Asthma in children & Infants: Symptoms and TreatmentEPIC Health
Asthma affects over 7 million children in the U.S, which is about 8.5% of the child population, making it one of the most common pediatric illnesses in the country.
This document provides an overview of asthma including its incidence, etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and management. Some key points:
- Asthma prevalence has increased 61% over the last two decades and it is the leading chronic illness among children.
- It is caused by airway inflammation and obstruction from factors such as allergens, infections, pollutants, and psychosocial stress.
- Symptoms include dyspnea, wheezing, and cough. Diagnosis involves patient history, physical exam, and sometimes chest X-rays.
- Treatment involves quick-relief medications for acute attacks, long-term preventers to control inflammation, and patient education on trigger avoidance and proper
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the bronchi characterized by episodic and reversible bronchospasm resulting from an exaggerated response to various stimuli like allergens. It affects around 10% of children and 5-7% of adults globally. The pathogenesis involves inflammation, airflow limitation, and airway hyperresponsiveness triggered by allergens, exercise, cold air, and other factors. Pathologically, asthma is associated with bronchial inflammation, edema, mucus plugging, and bronchospasm.
The document discusses asthma, including its symptoms, triggers, diagnosis, treatment, management, effects, and resources. It describes how asthma is caused by inflammation and narrowing of the airways. It outlines common allergic and non-allergic triggers, methods of diagnosis using peak flow meters, and typical treatments including inhalers and avoiding triggers. It also addresses asthma management plans, the impact of asthma on schools and children's activity levels, and resources for further information.
Bronchial Asthma - Epidemiology, Pathogenesis and ManagementShashikiran Umakanth
Bronchial asthma is a chronic disease with airway inflammation as a central theme in its pathogenesis. Prevalence of this condition is gradually increasing, especially in developed countries and in countries that are getting "westernized". With early diagnosis, regular monitoring and prompt and rational treatment, most patients with asthma can lead a symptom-free life.
Bronchial asthma is a chronic respiratory condition characterized by inflammation of the airways and hyperresponsiveness to various triggers. Symptoms include shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness. Triggers include allergens, infections, air pollution, weather changes, emotions, and certain drugs. There are two main types - extrinsic (allergic) asthma associated with family history of allergies and intrinsic asthma initiated by non-allergic factors. Pathogenesis involves airway inflammation from mast cells, eosinophils, and lymphocytes, bronchoconstriction, edema, remodeling, and obstruction leading to symptoms.
Bronchial asthma is a clinical syndrome characterized by increased responsiveness of the tracheobronchial tree to various stimuli. The primary physiological manifestation is variable airway obstruction. Pathologically, asthma is defined as a disorder of the airways characterized by chronic inflammation with infiltration of lymphocytes, eosinophils and mast cells. Asthma has many potential triggers including allergens, infections, pollutants, exercise and emotions.
The document discusses the management of severe asthma. It begins with an introduction to asthma, including its etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, classifications, and definitions of terms like uncontrolled, severe, and difficult-to-treat asthma. It then covers the GINA guidelines for evaluating and managing severe asthma, including phenotypic assessment and add-on biologic therapies like monoclonal antibodies that target specific inflammatory pathways. The guidelines provide a stepwise approach to treatment optimization and incorporating biologics based on a patient's phenotype and disease severity.
This document discusses asthma, including that it is a chronic lung condition characterized by bronchiole constriction and inflammation that causes variable symptoms. Symptoms include coughing, wheezing, chest tightness and shortness of breath. Asthma is managed using medications and by avoiding triggers when possible, though exercise should not be avoided. Medications include rescue inhalers for quick symptom relief and controller medications like corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and prevent symptoms. Proper asthma management requires monitoring symptoms and lung function.
Similar to AIDS, HIV, History of AIDs, Symptoms & Treatment of AIDs, Asthma, Types of Asthma, Allergic Asthma, Non-Allergic Asthma, Mix Asthma, Symptoms & Treatment of Asthma.
AIDs/HIV, History, Causes, Modern Days AIDs spreading, Treatment, HIVUsama Adeel
HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus and causes AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). HIV weakens a person's immune system by destroying cells that fight disease and infection. Over time, HIV can lead to AIDS. AIDS is the final stage of HIV infection where the immune system is badly damaged and people become vulnerable to life-threatening conditions. Scientists believe HIV originated in chimpanzees in Western Africa and was transmitted to humans through contact with infected animals. HIV spreads through activities that allow the exchange of certain body fluids like sexual intercourse, blood transfusions, sharing needles, and from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding.
The document summarizes various respiratory infections including:
1. Upper respiratory infections like the common cold caused mainly by rhinoviruses and influenza.
2. Lower respiratory infections like pneumonia, bronchitis, asthma, and tuberculosis.
3. It describes the symptoms, causes, risk factors, and treatments for these respiratory infections.
Aids - Acquired immune deficiency syndrome is a disease which is caused by the virus HIV i.e human immuno deficiency virus.
It can be transmitted by sharing infected needles , sexual contact etc. now a days its awareness and knowledge among the youth is very known due to media , newspapers and may health organisations .
This document provides an overview of HIV/AIDS, including:
- HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus and causes AIDS by weakening the immune system. AIDS is acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.
- HIV is believed to have transferred from chimpanzees to humans in Western Africa in the late 1800s. HIV is transmitted through certain body fluids and is not spread through casual contact.
- As HIV progresses to AIDS, it damages the immune system, allowing opportunistic infections and cancers to threaten the body. While AIDS was often fatal before treatments, antiretroviral therapy now allows people to live decades with HIV before developing AIDS.
- Prevention methods include safe sex practices,
HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus and causes AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). HIV weakens a person's immune system by destroying important cells that fight disease. AIDS is the final stage of HIV infection where the immune system is severely damaged. HIV is transmitted through direct contact with infected blood, semen, vaginal fluids, breast milk and rectal fluids. Common ways of transmission include unprotected sex and needle sharing. While there is no cure for HIV/AIDS, the risk of transmission can be reduced through safe sex practices and access to treatment.
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This document discusses several common communicable diseases:
- Pneumonia is a lung infection caused by bacteria or viruses that prevents normal breathing. Symptoms include fever, cough, and chest pain. It is treated with antibiotics or hospitalization for severe cases.
- Bronchitis is the inflammation of the air passages caused by viruses, bacteria, or irritants. It causes persistent coughing and chest discomfort. Treatment includes rest, fluids, cough medication, and sometimes antibiotics.
- Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection of the lungs that causes cough, chest pain, weakness and fatigue. It requires a six-month course of antibiotics to treat.
This document provides information about pneumonia and tuberculosis (TB). It defines pneumonia and describes different types. Common causes are discussed including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Signs and symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options for pneumonia are summarized. TB is then discussed, including factors that increase risk, how it progresses from infection to active disease, and associated clinical features.
This document summarizes several common airborne diseases including the common cold, influenza, tuberculosis, pneumonia, chickenpox, mumps, and measles. For each disease, it describes the causative agent, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, complications and prevention. The key information provided includes that airborne diseases are spread through the air via coughs, sneezes or talking from infected individuals. Common symptoms vary by disease but often include fever, cough and fatigue. Diagnosis involves medical history and exams while treatment focuses on relieving symptoms and preventing complications and transmission. Vaccination is the best prevention method for many of these contagious respiratory illnesses.
Influenza, or flu, is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. The viruses spread through coughs, sneezes, or touching contaminated surfaces. Symptoms include fever, body aches, cough, and tiredness. Those at high risk include the elderly, young children, and those with chronic health conditions. While antibiotics do not treat the virus, antiviral drugs can reduce symptoms. The best prevention is an annual flu vaccine along with frequent handwashing and staying home when sick.
The lower respiratory system, or lower respiratory tract, consists of the trachea, the bronchi and bronchioles, and the alveoli, which make up the lungs. These structures pull in air from the upper respiratory system, absorb the oxygen, and release carbon dioxide in exchange.
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This document provides information about pneumonia, including its definition, symptoms, treatment, causes, risk factors, types, diagnosis, and prevention. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Common symptoms include cough, fever, shortness of breath, and chest pain. Treatment depends on the type and severity, but typically involves antibiotics, antivirals, or antifungals as well as rest and fluids. People at higher risk include those over 65, smokers, and those with weakened immune systems or underlying illnesses. Diagnosis involves physical exams, imaging tests, and lab tests. Vaccines can help prevent pneumococcal pneumonia.
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This document discusses diseases that affect the respiratory and circulatory systems. It describes common respiratory illnesses like the common cold, influenza, pneumonia, tuberculosis, asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema. It also outlines circulatory conditions including atherosclerosis, stroke, coronary heart disease, hypertension, hemophilia, anemia, and leukemia. The document emphasizes that lifestyle factors like smoking can contribute to respiratory diseases, while conditions like atherosclerosis are linked to diet and exercise habits. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help prevent and manage issues with the respiratory and circulatory systems.
The document discusses several viral infections:
- HIV weakens the immune system and can lead to AIDS. There are two main types of HIV viruses.
- Bird flu, or avian influenza, is caused by influenza A viruses that infect birds and can spread to humans. Common symptoms are similar to regular flu but it can also cause pneumonia.
- Swine flu is caused by H1N1 viruses that originated in pigs but can infect humans. It shares common flu symptoms.
- Nipah virus is transmitted from bats and pigs to humans and has a high mortality rate. Symptoms include fever, cough, and breathing difficulties.
Viruses are non-cellular microscopic agents that can only replicate inside host cells. They have a protein coat and a nucleic acid core of DNA or RNA. Viruses cause diseases by disrupting normal cellular activities after invading host cells. The influenza virus is one of the most common viral diseases and causes seasonal flu epidemics with symptoms like fever, body aches, and cough. While most flu cases can be managed at home with rest and OTC medications, some high-risk groups may require antiviral treatment to prevent severe complications like pneumonia.
1) Encephalitis is an acute inflammation of the brain that is usually caused by a viral infection. Children, the elderly, and those with weak immune systems are most at risk.
2) Diagnosis involves imaging tests like MRI and CT scans to view brain inflammation, as well as tests of cerebrospinal fluid and blood to identify potential viral causes.
3) Treatment depends on the severity and cause of the inflammation. Supportive care aims to help the body fight infection, while antiviral drugs may be given if a viral cause is identified.
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The document discusses transmissible and non-transmissible diseases. It defines transmissible diseases as those spread between people via pathogens, and lists influenza, SARS, and dengue fever as examples. Non-transmissible diseases are not infectious or spread between people, and examples given are colon cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. The document also discusses disease prevention measures like hygiene, lifestyle, and checkups. Hereditary diseases are described as passed down through genes from parents, with sickle cell anemia and thalassemia provided as examples.
Diseases-Cause and Prevention Chp-5 General Science 9th 10thKamran Abdullah
Subject : General Science
Teacher: Mr Ehtisham Ul Haq
Class: BS EDUCATION
Semester: 2nd (Spring(2023-2027)
Date Of Starting Of Semester : 4 September 2023
Date Of End Of Semester : 20 January 2024
University Of Sargodha
Institute of Education
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This document provides an overview of tuberculosis (TB) including its definition, causes, symptoms, types, diagnosis and treatments. Key points include:
- TB is a potentially fatal contagious disease caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria which usually affects the lungs.
- It can be spread through the air when a person with active pulmonary TB coughs or sneezes. Those at highest risk include people with compromised immune systems.
- Symptoms of active TB disease include coughing, chest pain, fever and weight loss. There are also latent and active forms of TB infection.
- Types of TB include pulmonary TB of the lungs as well as extra-pulmonary TB which can affect other organs. Diagn
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GASTROINTESTINAL INFECTIONS AND GASTRITIS
Osvaldo Bernardo Muchanga
Gastrointestinal Infections
GASTROINTESTINAL INFECTIONS result from the ingestion of pathogens that cause infections at the level of this tract, generally being transmitted by food, water and hands contaminated by microorganisms such as E. coli, Salmonella, Shigella, Vibrio cholerae, Campylobacter, Staphylococcus, Rotavirus among others that are generally contained in feces, thus configuring a FECAL-ORAL type of transmission.
Among the factors that lead to the occurrence of gastrointestinal infections are the hygienic and sanitary deficiencies that characterize our markets and other places where raw or cooked food is sold, poor environmental sanitation in communities, deficiencies in water treatment (or in the process of its plumbing), risky hygienic-sanitary habits (not washing hands after major and/or minor needs), among others.
These are generally consequences (signs and symptoms) resulting from gastrointestinal infections: diarrhea, vomiting, fever and malaise, among others.
The treatment consists of replacing lost liquids and electrolytes (drinking drinking water and other recommended liquids, including consumption of juicy fruits such as papayas, apples, pears, among others that contain water in their composition).
To prevent this, it is necessary to promote health education, improve the hygienic-sanitary conditions of markets and communities in general as a way of promoting, preserving and prolonging PUBLIC HEALTH.
Gastritis and Gastric Health
Gastric Health is one of the most relevant concerns in human health, with gastrointestinal infections being among the main illnesses that affect humans.
Among gastric problems, we have GASTRITIS AND GASTRIC ULCERS as the main public health problems. Gastritis and gastric ulcers normally result from inflammation and corrosion of the walls of the stomach (gastric mucosa) and are generally associated (caused) by the bacterium Helicobacter pylor, which, according to the literature, this bacterium settles on these walls (of the stomach) and starts to release urease that ends up altering the normal pH of the stomach (acid), which leads to inflammation and corrosion of the mucous membranes and consequent gastritis or ulcers, respectively.
In addition to bacterial infections, gastritis and gastric ulcers are associated with several factors, with emphasis on prolonged fasting, chemical substances including drugs, alcohol, foods with strong seasonings including chilli, which ends up causing inflammation of the stomach walls and/or corrosion. of the same, resulting in the appearance of wounds and consequent gastritis or ulcers, respectively.
Among patients with gastritis and/or ulcers, one of the dilemmas is associated with the foods to consume in order to minimize the sensation of pain and discomfort.
BBB and BCF
control the entry of compounds into the brain and
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restricts access to brain cells of blood–borne compounds and
facilitates nutrients essential for normal metabolism to reach brain cells
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Skin is the largest organ of the human body, serving crucial functions that include protection, sensation, regulation, and synthesis. Structurally, it consists of three main layers: the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis (subcutaneous layer).
1. **Epidermis**: The outermost layer primarily composed of epithelial cells called keratinocytes. It provides a protective barrier against environmental factors, pathogens, and UV radiation.
2. **Dermis**: Located beneath the epidermis, the dermis contains connective tissue, blood vessels, hair follicles, and sweat glands. It plays a vital role in supporting and nourishing the epidermis, regulating body temperature, and housing sensory receptors for touch, pressure, temperature, and pain.
3. **Hypodermis**: Also known as the subcutaneous layer, it consists of fat and connective tissue that anchors the skin to underlying structures like muscles and bones. It provides insulation, cushioning, and energy storage.
Skin performs essential functions such as regulating body temperature through sweat production and blood flow control, synthesizing vitamin D when exposed to sunlight, and serving as a sensory interface with the external environment.
Maintaining skin health is crucial for overall well-being, involving proper hygiene, hydration, protection from sun exposure, and avoiding harmful substances. Skin conditions and diseases range from minor irritations to chronic disorders, emphasizing the importance of regular care and medical attention when needed.
Gene therapy can be broadly defined as the transfer of genetic material to cure a disease or at least to improve the clinical status of a patient.
One of the basic concepts of gene therapy is to transform viruses into genetic shuttles, which will deliver the gene of interest into the target cells.
Safe methods have been devised to do this, using several viral and non-viral vectors.
In the future, this technique may allow doctors to treat a disorder by inserting a gene into a patient's cells instead of using drugs or surgery.
The biggest hurdle faced by medical research in gene therapy is the availability of effective gene-carrying vectors that meet all of the following criteria:
Protection of transgene or genetic cargo from degradative action of systemic and endonucleases,
Delivery of genetic material to the target site, i.e., either cell cytoplasm or nucleus,
Low potential of triggering unwanted immune responses or genotoxicity,
Economical and feasible availability for patients .
Viruses are naturally evolved vehicles that efficiently transfer their genes into host cells.
Choice of viral vector is dependent on gene transfer efficiency, capacity to carry foreign genes, toxicity, stability, immune responses towards viral antigens and potential viral recombination.
There are a wide variety of vectors used to deliver DNA or oligo nucleotides into mammalian cells, either in vitro or in vivo.
The most common vector system based on retroviruses, adenoviruses, herpes simplex viruses, adeno associated viruses.
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Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, prompting the need for innovative treatment methods. Nanotechnology offers promising new approaches, including the use of gold nanoparticles (nanogold) for targeted cancer therapy. Nanogold particles possess unique physical and chemical properties that make them suitable for drug delivery, imaging, and photothermal therapy.
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AIDS, HIV, History of AIDs, Symptoms & Treatment of AIDs, Asthma, Types of Asthma, Allergic Asthma, Non-Allergic Asthma, Mix Asthma, Symptoms & Treatment of Asthma.
2. ASTHMA
• Asthma is a chronic
inflammatory disorder of the
airways. The chronic
inflammation causes an
increase in the airway hyper-
responsiveness that leads to
recurrent episodes of
wheezing, breathlessness,
chest tightness and cough,
particularly at night or early in
morning.
3. TYPES OF ASTHMA
• There are three types of Asthma
• Allergic Asthma
• Non-Allergic Asthma
• Mix Asthma
4. ALLERGIC ASTHMA
• When the symptoms are
induced by a hyperimmune
response to the inhalation
of specific allergen.
5. NON-ALLERGIC ASTHMA
• This type of asthma is
triggered by the presence of
irritants in the air that are
not related to allergies.
• This irritants stimulate
parasympathetic nerve fibers
in the airways causing
Broncho-constriction and
inflammation.
6. MIX ASTHMA
• Mixed asthma is the
combination of both
allergic and non-allergic
asthma. This is the most
common form of asthma.
9. WHAT IS HIV/AIDS?
•HIV means Human immunodeficiency
virus while AIDS means Acquired
Immunodeficiency Syndrome –It’s a
disease of the human immune system
caused by the human immunodeficiency
virus.
10. ANALYSIS OF HIV
• To understand what HIV is, let’s break it down:
• H – Human – This particular virus can only infect human beings.
• I – Immunodeficiency – HIV weakens your immune system by destroying
• important cells that fight disease and infection. A "deficient" immune
• system can't protect you.
• V – Virus – A virus can only reproduce itself by taking over a cell in the body
• of its host.
• Human Immunodeficiency Virus is a lot like other Viruses, but the difference
• is that, your immune system can clear most viruses out of your body. But
• can not get rid of HIV. Scientists are still trying to figure out why.
11. ANALYSIS OF AIDS
• To understand what AIDS is, let’s break it down:
• A – Acquired – AIDS is not something you inherit from your parents. You
• acquire AIDS after birth.
• I – Immune – Your body's immune system includes all the organs and cells
• that work to fight off infection or disease.
• D – Deficiency – You get AIDS when your immune system is "deficient," or
• isn't working the way it should.
• S – Syndrome – A syndrome is a collection of symptoms and signs of disease.
• AIDS is a syndrome, rather than a single disease, because it is a complex
• illness with a wide range of complications and symptoms.
• Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome is the final stage of HIV infection.
• People at this stage of HIV disease have badly damaged immune systems,
• which put them at risk for opportunistic infections (OIs).
12. WHERE DID HIV COME FROM?
• Scientists believe HIV came from a particular
• kind of chimpanzee in Western Africa. Humans
• probably came in contact with HIV when they
• hunted and ate infected animals. Recent studies
• indicate that HIV may have jumped from
• monkeys to humans as far back as the late
• 1800s.
14. Symptoms and Signs of HIV
• Within weeks of infection, many people will develop the varied symptoms of primary or
acute infection which typically have been described as a "mononucleosis" or "influenza"
like illness but can range from minimal fever, aches, and pains to very severe symptoms.
• The most common symptoms of primary HIV infection are:
• fever,
• aching muscles and joints,
• sore throat and • swollen glands (lymph nodes) in the neck. • Ulcers in the mouth.
Treatment
When HIV infection progresses to AIDS, many people begin to suffer from fatigue,
diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, fever, chills, night sweats, and even wasting syndrome at late
stages. Many of the signs and symptoms of AIDS come from opportunistic infections
which occur in patients with a damaged immune system.