respiratory diseases

Atypical pneumonia is a lung infection caused by microorganisms less common than normal pneumonia, such as Mycoplasma pneumoniae , Legionella pneumophila or Chlamydophila pneumoniae , for example. Usually, atypical pneumonia is contagious through contact with saliva droplets of the patient, so it is common in people who share small spaces, such as prisoners or the military, and is an important suspect when the same symptoms

Chronic sinusitis, which is inflammation of the facial sinus mucosa, is characterized by the persistence of sinus symptoms such as facial pain, headache and cough for at least 12 consecutive weeks. It is usually caused by resistant bacteria, previous use of excess antibiotics or by incorrect treatment of sinusitis, as well as by poorly controlled allergic rhinitis, changes in the airways, such as septal deviation, or weakened immunity

Treatment for acute sinusitis is usually done with remedies to relieve major symptoms caused by inflammation, prescribed by the general practitioner or otorhinolaryngologist. However, some home measures such as nasal lavage with water and salt or saline or steam inhalations may help reduce the symptoms and discomfort of the disease

Pulmonary emphysema is a respiratory disease in which the lungs lose elasticity due to constant exposure to pollutant or tobacco, mainly leading to destruction of the alveoli, which are structures responsible for oxygen exchange. This process of loss of pulmonary elasticity occurs gradually and therefore, in most cases, the symptoms take time to be noticed

Water in the lung is a health problem known scientifically as pulmonary edema, which occurs when the lung alveoli become filled with fluid due to other diseases not treated properly such as heart failure or respiratory infections, for example. Since excess fluid in the lungs makes it difficult to breathe and slows down oxygen in the body, water in the lung can be life-threatening and it is therefore advised to go to the emergency room quickly when symptoms appear as too much difficulty

Pulmonary abscess is a cavity that contains pus in its interior, caused by a necrosis of the lung tissue due to a microbial infection. Generally, the abscess forms between 1 to 2 weeks after contamination by the microorganism, which most often happens due to a complication of a pneumonia caused aspiration of the contents of the mouth or stomach, as they contain bacteria more likely to develop this type of injury

Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis , popularly known as Koch bacillus, which enters the body through the airways and lodges in the lung or other parts of the body, characterizing extrapulmonary tuberculosis . Thus, depending on where the bacteria lodges, tuberculosis can be: Pulmonary tuberculosis : It is the most common form of the disease and occurs due to the entry of the bacillus into the respiratory tract and lodging in the lungs

Tuberculosis contagion occurs through the air, when the individual breathes the air contaminated with Koch's bacillus, causing the infection. This contagion can occur when you are close to a person with tuberculosis, especially when living in the same environment, at home or at work. The main way to prevent tuberculosis is through the BCG vaccine, which is taken in childhood

Pulmonary fibrosis is a disease characterized by the appearance of fibrosis, that is, scars on the tissue of the lungs, causing them to become more rigid, hampering respiratory capacity and causing symptoms such as shortness of breath and dry cough, for example. In many cases the cause of the disease is not found, being classified as Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis , but some factors that increase the chances of developing the disease are exposure to occupational dust, such as silica and asbestos, smoking, pollution, autoimmune diseases or side effect of use of certain medications, such as Amioda

The burning sensation of the nose can be triggered by several factors such as climatic changes, allergic rhinitis, sinusitis and even menopause. The burning nose is not usually severe, but it can cause discomfort for the person. In addition, if the burning is accompanied by fever, dizziness or bleeding nasal is indicated to go to the doctor, so that the correct diagnosis can be made

Respiratory diseases are mainly caused by viruses and bacteria that are transmitted from one person to another, not only through droplets of secretion in the air but also by the contact of hands with objects that may contain micro-organisms that cause infections . Some of the most common respiratory infections are colds, flu, sinusitis, tonsillitis, laryngitis, otitis and pneumonia, which mainly affect children and the elderly, because they have a more fragile immune system

Allergic rhinitis is an inflammation of the mucous lining of the nose that is caused by an allergic reaction, causing the onset of symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose and itchy nose. Generally, allergic rhinitis arises after being in contact with allergic substances such as dust, dog hair, pollen or some plants, for example, and so may be more frequent during the spring or fall

Respiratory tract infection is an infection that occurs in any region of the respiratory tract, reaching from the upper or upper airways, such as the nostrils, throat or bones of the face, to the lower or lower airways, such as bronchi and lungs. Generally, this type of infection is caused by microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria or fungi of various types, causing symptoms such as coryza, sneezing, coughing, fever or sore throat, for example

Rhinitis is inflammation of the nasal mucosa which generates symptoms such as frequent nosebleeds and there may be sneezing and coughing. It usually happens as a result of allergy to dust, mite or fur, but it can happen as a consequence of the use of nasal decongestants. The treatment of rhinitis can be done with the ingestion of medications, general measures of hygiene of the environments and immunotherapy

Chronic rhinitis has no cure, but there are several treatments that help control the most common symptoms, such as frequent sneezing, nasal obstruction, nasal voice, itchy nose, mouth breathing and nighttime snoring. Rhinitis is considered chronic when nasal obstruction persists continuously with other symptoms for at least three months

Tracheobronchitis is an inflammation of the trachea and bronchi that causes symptoms such as coughing hoarseness and difficulty breathing because of excess mucus, which causes the bronchi to become narrower, making it difficult for the respiratory system to function. Tracheobronchitis usually arises after an infection in the respiratory tract, such as the flu, rhinitis, or sinusitis, but it can also be caused by an allergic reaction to animal hair or cigarette smoke, for example, being similar to asthma in these cases

Vasomotor rhinitis is the inflammation of the membranes that are inside the nose, producing symptoms like coryza, stuffy nose and itch, for example. Usually, this type of rhinitis appears throughout the year and therefore is not related to allergies that may arise more often in the spring or summer, for example

Chronic rhinitis is the severe form of allergic rhinitis, in which there is inflammation of the nasal passages which is often manifested through intense allergic crises for more than 3 consecutive months. This disease is usually caused by a continuous exposure to some allergen or by an anatomical alteration of the nasal region that generates vasomotor rhinitis

Pulmonary infection, also called respiratory infection, can be acute, when it appears in 7 days, or chronic, when it gradually arises. It can be caused by viruses, parasites, fungi or bacteria, which enter the airways and lodge in the lungs, generating symptoms such as fever, cough, catarrh and difficulty breathing

Pleural tuberculosis is not contagious and is an infection of the pleura, which is the thin film lining the lungs by Koch's bacillus, causing symptoms such as chest pain, cough, shortness of breath and fever. However, one can catch this type of tuberculosis from people with pulmonary tuberculosis or even develop it after having a pulmonary tuberculosis, for example