A non-neoplastic or neoplastic disorder that affects the respiratory system. Representative examples include pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pulmonary failure, lung adenoma, lung carcinoma, and tracheal carcinoma
Symptoms of Respiratory disorder
The following features are indicative of Respiratory disorder:
wheezing
chest tightness
shortness of breath
cough
clear mucus
white mucus
yellowish-gray mucus
green colored mucus
fatigue
slight fever
chills
It is possible that Respiratory disorder shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.
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Common Causes of Respiratory disorder
The following are the most common causes of Respiratory disorder:
exposure to tobacco smoke
exposure to dust mites
exposure to outdoor air pollution
cigarette smoking
breathing in too much smoke from burning wood or grass
ingestion of dust or toxic gases
Risk Factors for Respiratory disorder
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Respiratory disorder:
having a parent or sibling with asthma
having atopic dermatitis
being overweight
being a smoker
exposure to secondhand smoke
exposure to fumes
exposure to chemicals used in farming and hairdressing
acute illness such as a cold
exposure to irritants on the job
gastric reflux
Prevention of Respiratory disorder
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Respiratory disorder. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
get vaccinated for influenza and pneumonia
avoid outdoor allergens and irritants
monitor breathing regularly
quit smoking
avoid inhalation of dust
avoid inhalation of fumes
avoid inhalation of air pollution
wash your hands frequently
Occurrence of Respiratory disorder
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Respiratory disorder cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Respiratory disorder can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Respiratory disorder can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Respiratory disorder
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Respiratory disorder:
Spirometry: To measure the forced expiratory volume in 1 second
Chest X-ray: To determine pneumonia or another condition
Sputum test: To check for whooping cough or other illnesses
Pulmonary function test: To look for signs of asthma or emphysema
Complications of Respiratory disorder if untreated
Yes, Respiratory disorder causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Respiratory disorder is left untreated:
can be fatal
decreased ability to take part in physical activities
lack of sleep due to nighttime symptoms
permanent changes in the function of the lungs
persistent cough
trouble breathing
pneumonia
Procedures for Treatment of Respiratory disorder
The following procedures are used to treat Respiratory disorder:
Allergy shots: Reduces the immune system reaction to specific allergens
Bronchial thermoplasty: Reduces the smooth muscle inside the airways by heating up insides of the airways
Lung volume reduction surgery: Removes the damaged emphysema
Lung transplantation: Replacement with new lungs which come from a donor
Self-care for Respiratory disorder
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Respiratory disorder:
Use air conditioner: Reduces the amount of airborne pollens
Prevent mold spores: Keep mold spores from developing
Keep your home clean
Protection from cold weather: Cover the nose and mouth if it's cold out
Do regular exercise: Prevents from asthma attacks
Maintain healthy weight: Reduces the worsening asthma
Quit smoking: Avoid smoking reduces the chances of disease
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Respiratory disorder
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Respiratory disorder:
Do breathing exercises: Improves the asthma symptoms
Use of herbal and natural remedies: Improves asthma symptoms
Patient Support for Treatment of Respiratory disorder
The following actions may help Respiratory disorder patients:
Pace yourself: Take breaks between the tasks and avoid activities that make the symptoms worse
Talk to others with your condition: Connect with people facing similar challenges which helps to cope up with the condition
Time for Treatment of Respiratory disorder
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Respiratory disorder to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
