American Academy of Family Physicians.
American Academy of Family Physicians.
Posts tagged with ‘cough’
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Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic bronchitis is an inflammation in the airways of the lungs that lasts longer than 3 months. It is most…
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Reflux/Acid Reflux (GERD)
Acid reflux occurs when acid from your stomach backs up into your throat. It can be caused by many factors…
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How to Use a Metered Dose Inhaler
A metered dose inhaler is a prescription to treat respiratory problems.
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Asthma in Kids
Asthma is a disease that often starts in childhood and makes it difficult for your child to breathe.
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Heartburn
Heartburn is a burning feeling in the lower chest, along with a sour taste in the throat and mouth. It…
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Whooping Cough
Whooping cough is a respiratory infection. It is also known as pertussis. Whooping cough is highly contagious and is most…
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Preventing the Flu
The flu is a viral infection that can lead to serious diseases, such as pneumonia. That’s why it’s important to…
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute bronchitis is a contagious viral infection that causes inflammation of the bronchial tubes (the airways that carry air into…
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that makes it hard to breathe. RSV is common in children under…
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Pleurisy (Pleuritis)
Pleurisy is a medical condition that affects the lining of your lungs and chest, which can become irritated with the…
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Sinusitis
Sinusitis is when the lining of your sinuses are inflamed. Due to the swelling, mucus that travels from your sinuses…
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Asthma
Asthma is a chronic (long-term) disease of the lungs. It inflames and narrows the airways, making it harder to…
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Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder (it runs in families) that causes your mucus and sweat glands to behave…
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Is It a Cold or the Flu?
The common cold and the flu are both contagious respiratory illnesses caused by viruses. They share many symptoms, but they…
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Cough Medicine: Understanding Your OTC Options
Over-the-counter cough suppressants can be used to treat some coughs that are interfering with your sleep or activities, but not…
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Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP)
Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP) is caused by a fungus. People whose immune systems are weak due to an HIV infection or…
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Flu Myths
The flu is something to take seriously. But it’s important to sort out fact from fiction to stay healthy.
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H1N1 Influenza
H1N1 influenza is a viral infection. It’s not the same as seasonal flu (influenza). The first outbreak occurred in 2009…
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Health Care Workers and Tuberculosis
Health care workers are exposed to many diseases, including tuberculosis. They need to know how to prevent, recognize, and treat…
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Recognizing Newborn Illnesses
It might be hard to tell if your newborn is sick. Be sure to look for signs of common newborn…
