Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a term used for some long-term lung conditions, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis.

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Emphysema

Emphysema is a progressive lung disease often due to smoking, causing shortness of breath and coughing. Read about symptoms and treatments.

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Inhaler devices

Inhaler devices let you breathe in medicine for asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Learn what devices are available and how to use them.

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Cough

Most coughs are caused by viruses which inflame the throat, airways or lungs. Here are some tips to relieve a chesty, dry or persistent cough.

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Pneumothorax

A pneumothorax is when air leaks into the space between your lung and chest wall. Read about symptoms and treatment of pneumothorax (collapsed lung).

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Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD)

Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) is a genetic condition that can cause lung and liver disease. Learn more about AATD symptoms and treatments.

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Pulmonary hypertension

Pulmonary hypertension is a serious condition causing high blood pressure in pulmonary arteries of your lungs. It needs specialist care.

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Bowel obstruction

Bowel obstruction can cause serious health problems. If you have a bowel obstruction, you will usually need immediate treatment in hospital.

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Haemoptysis (coughing up blood)

Haemoptysis (hemoptysis) is when you cough up blood from your lungs or airways. Read about the causes and when to seek emergency help for haemoptysis.

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Bronchiectasis

Bronchiectasis symptoms are ongoing wet cough and repeated chest infections. Find out about the causes, diagnosis and treatment for bronchiectasis.

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Respiratory system

Your respiratory system brings oxygen into your body and helps to remove carbon dioxide. Learn more about how it functions and how to keep it healthy.

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Lung cancer

Lung cancer is one of the most common types of cancer. Learn about the causes and symptoms of, and treatments for, this serious disease.

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Bronchitis

Bronchitis is inflammation of the airways in your lungs, which causes a cough. Learn about the symptoms and treatment of acute bronchitis.

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Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA)

Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is when your airway partly or completely blocks while you are asleep. Read about OSA symptoms and treatments here.

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Shortness of breath

Shortness of breath is when you feel like you can’t get enough air into your lungs. Find out what to do if you have difficulty breathing.

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Wheezing

Wheezing is usually a symptom of a medical condition that can be life-threatening, read on to learn how to identify and prevent wheezing at home.

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Neuroendocrine cancers

Neuroendocrine cancers are a rare group of cancers that most commonly form in the digestive system and the lungs. Read on for symptoms and treatments.

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Dust storms

A dust storm reduces the quality of the air that you breathe, which can cause health problems. Learn how to protect yourself in a dust storm.

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Chest tightness and discomfort

Chest tightness and discomfort can be caused by many things. Learn more about the causes and treatment of chest tightness and how to prevent it.

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Lung conditions

Learn all about lung conditions and diseases, such as asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, whooping cough and more.

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Choking

Choking is when something gets stuck in your throat or windpipe and blocks it. Find out about choking first aid and what to do in an emergency.

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Human metapneumovirus (HMPV)

Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus that usually causes a mild illness. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of HMPV.

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Pulmonary fibrosis

Pulmonary fibrosis is a lung disease where your lungs become damaged. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatments for pulmonary fibrosis.

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Transbronchial biopsy

A transbronchial biopsy is usually a safe and effective way of finding out if there is a problem in your lungs.

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Silicosis

Silicosis is a lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust. Find out how to reduce your risk and what can be done to manage silicosis.

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Asbestosis

Asbestosis is a lung disease caused by asbestos dust, with symptoms such as shortness of breath usually appearing 10 to 20 years after exposure.

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Lung cancer screening

Lung cancer screening helps find cancer early before symptoms appear. Check if you can take part in the National Lung Cancer Screening Program.

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Inhaled substance or foreign object

Substances such as a liquid, powder and gas or small objects can be breathed in accidentally. Learn what to do if you inhale a substance.

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Swallowed object

Swallowing foreign objects, such as button batteries or magnets, can be dangerous. Know what to do if someone swallows a dangerous object.

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Sarcoidosis

Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease and can affect many organs including the lungs and lymph nodes. Learn more about its symptoms and treatments.

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