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BRONCHITIS

Bronchitis Explained

Bronchitis Explained

Understanding Bronchitis What Is Bronchitis? Bronchitis is a condition in which the bronchial tubes, the tubes that carry air to your lungs, become inflamed. People who have bronchitis... Read Article »

COPD & EMPHYSEMA

Understanding COPD – Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Understanding COPD

COPD: Explained What Is COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ? Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a lung disease in which the lungs are damaged, making it hard to... Read Article »

Lung Health Information

Chest MRI Explained

Chest MRI Explained

Understanding the Chest MRI What Is Chest MRI? Chest magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a safe, noninvasive test. “Noninvasive” means that no surgery is done and no instruments... Read Article »

Chest X Rays Explained

Chest X Rays Explained

Understanding Chest X Rays What Is a Chest X Ray? A chest x ray is a painless, noninvasive test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart and lungs. “Noninvasive”... Read Article »

Lung Function Tests Explained

Lung Function Tests Explained

Understanding Lung Function Tests What Are Lung Function Tests? Lung function tests measure the size of your lungs, how much air you can breathe in and out, how fast you can breathe air... Read Article »

Lung Ventilation/Perfusion Scan Explained

Lung Ventilation Scan Explained

Understanding the VQ Scan What Is a Lung Ventilation/Perfusion Scan? A lung ventilation/perfusion scan, or VQ scan, is a test that measures air and blood flow in your lungs. This test most... Read Article »

Thoracentesis Explained

Thoracentesis Explained

Understanding Thoracentesis What Is Thoracentesis? Thoracentesis is a procedure to remove excess fluid in the space between the lungs and the chest wall. This space is called the pleural... Read Article »

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