Topic Index

Anatomy of the Respiratory System

Signs of Respiratory Distress

Spirometers

Inhalers and Nebulizers

Upper Respiratory Infections

Lung Diseases and Disorders

Lung Cancer

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Sleep Problems

Glossary

Respiratory disorders, or lung diseases, are disorders like asthma, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and lung cancer.

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Lung disease is a leading cause of death; lung disease and other breathing problems are also leading causes of death in infants.

The information on this page will help you better understand and manage respiratory disorders.