The Respiratory Problems Common Ailments of the Respiratory System
Aug 15, 2015
Causes Inhaling a respiratory droplet from an infected person.
Indirect contact, such as drinking from contaminated glass.
RNA Viruses
Causes Inhaling a respiratory droplet from an infected person.
Indirect contact, such as drinking from contaminated glass.
Causes HIV Infections Low socioeconomic status Alcoholism Homelessness Crowded living conditions Diseases that weaken
immune system
Tuberculosis
Symptoms Thick, cloudy and
sometimes bloody mucus Tiredness and weight loss Night sweats and fever Rapid Heartbeat Swelling in the neck Shortness of breath
Tuberculosis
CFTR gene – makes protein which controls the movement of water and salt in the cells.The sticky mucus blocks the airway in the lungs.
Cystic Fibrosis
Exposure to tobacco to smoke, polluted air, irritants such as perfume and cleaning products.
Allergens such as molds, dust, and animal dander
Stress Exercise or physical exertion Abrupt changes in the
weather
Asthma
Causes Bacteria, virus, or fungi living
in the nose, sinuses, or mouth may spread to the lungs
Breathing some of these germs directly into the lungs
Breathing in food, liquids, vomit or fluids from the mouth into the lungs.
Pneumonia