Smoking and respiratory diseases go hand in hand. There are plenty of diseases caused by smoking, but the most common diseases are of the respiratory system. The more a smoker smokes, the more he is exposed to these deadly diseases. Smoking harms the respiratory system badly, and can cause many serious complications. Maybe an overview of the deadly respiratory diseases will help the addicts get over this deadly addiction. Let's have a quick look at some of the commonly asked FAQs, concerning this topic. What are the Functions of the Respiratory System? The most important function of the respiratory system is its role in the breathing process. The organs of the respiratory system work collectively to make breathing or respiration a success. Respiration is a combination of the process of inhalation and exhalation, that is taking in and breathing out of air, respectively. The lung is the chief organ that performs the essential function of respiration. The organs that make the respiratory system protect the lungs from the damage from smoke, dust, and other chemicals. How Does Smoking Harm the Respiratory S ystem? A smoker takes in the smoke from the cigarette into his body, this is obvious. The smoke then passes through the organs and airways of the lungs, and subsequently reaches the lungs. The smoke consists of chemicals like nicotine and tobacco. These are the two most dangerous ingredients in the smoke t hat damage the lungs and other organs of the respiratory system. The build up of these diseases is slow and dangerous; and the chemicals in the respiratory tract causes diseases. Smoking and Respiratory Problems This was the overview of the r espiratory system. Now comes the crux of this article: diseases of the respiratory system caused by smoking. The minor effects of smoking on the respiratory system are throat and bronchial irritation (infection of the airways), that gives the huffiness in the voice. With time, these minor problems transform themselves into problems like bronchitis and pneumonia, asthma, and emphysema. Serious and fatal diseases of the respiratory system are COPD and lung cancer. A brief description of each disease is given below. Bronchitis: Bronchitis affects the air passages of the lungs. It also affects the nose, sinuses, and eventually the lungs. The common symptoms associated with bronchitis are chest discomfort, fever, and fatigue. Pneumonia: It is a fact that smoker s are at a high risk of pneumonia, and smoking is a high risk factor that causes pneumonia. Chills, fever, shortness of breath, headache, and loss of appetite, are some o f the common symptoms of pneumonia. Tuberculosis: Though the fact has not been established, there is a serious doubt that smoking does contributes to the occurrence of tuberculosis in a person. Serious symptoms associated with tuberculosis are coughing (with blood), fever, and excessive weight loss.
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8/12/2019 Smoking and Respiratory Diseases Go Hand in Hand
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Overview The circulatory system, or cardiovascular system, is made up of the heart, veins,arteries and capillaries. This system is responsible for carrying oxygen and
nutrients to all parts of the body. Heart disease and other circulatory problems are
major sources of disability and death. According to the American Heart
Association, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the UnitedStates.
The aorta is the major blood vessel carrying blood away from the heart.
Weakening of the blood vessel wall causes a bulge, called an aneurysm. Large orfast growing aneurysms can rupture, causing significant loss of blood into the
abdominal cavity. Most aneurysms occur in the abdominal area, but some begin
higher up in the chest. Usually, aortic aneurysms do not cause symptoms. Ifsymptoms do occur, they may include back, chest or abdominal pain. A person
might be aware of a pulsating feeling around the naval area. Treatment optionsrange from watchful waiting to surgery, depending on the size and location of theaneurysm.
Atherosclerosis Atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, develops when plaque builds up in the
arteries. Plaques are made up of cells, connective tissue and certain fats. Thesedeposits occur in patches along the inner walls of large and medium sized arteries.
Growth of plaques can block blood flow and oxygen to the affected areas, possibly
leading to a heart attack or stroke. Smoking and high blood pressure are two majorrisk factors for developing atherosclerosis.
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Deep Vein Thrombosis Deep vein thrombosis -- DVT -- occurs when blood clots form in one of the deep
veins -- typically the thigh or calf. Many people with the condition do not havesymptoms, but they may have leg pain, swelling or skin discoloration in the
affected area. DVT can be life-threatening if the clot travels to the lungs -- acondition called pulmonary embolism. This condition causes shortness of breath
and pain with deep breathing. Factors contributing to the formation of a DVT are being bed ridden, prolonged sitting, trauma to the area, pregnancy and obesity.Medication is typically used to break up clots.
Ployarteritis nodosa -- PAN -- is a serious inflammatory disease of the small to
medium sized arteries. Many body systems are involved, including the skin, centralnervous system, heart, kidneys and intestinal tract. PAN is commonly associated
with hepatitis B infection, but in most cases the cause for the illness is unknown.
Symptoms of PAN are quite variable, although fever, night sweats, weight loss,fatigue, and muscle and joint aches are typical. Treatment of the disease depends
on the extent of the illness, and which parts of the body are involved.Corticosteroids and other immunosuppressive drugs are often used.
Arteriovenous Malformations Arteriovenous malformations -- AVMs -- are abnormal tangles of blood vessels
within an area of the circulatory system. They typically develop before or rightafter birth. AVMs that form in the brain or spinal cord can result in particularly
severe problems and even death. Most people with AVMs in the brain or spinal
cord experience few, if any symptoms. If they do occur, it is due to a decrease inoxygen to the area, bleeding, or pressing on a vital structure. Headaches, seizuresand paralysis are some possible side effects.