Lung & Respiratory
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Everything You Need to Know About Tracheostomy Speaking Valves
A tracheostomy speaking valve redirects air away from your tracheostomy so you can speak with greater ease. Both you and your caregivers will need instruction on how to clean and look after the valve safely. These speaking valves reroute airflow through your vocal cords, enabling you to produce voice. A tracheostomy alters pressure dynamics in […]
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An Overview of Fenestrated Tracheostomy Tubes
A fenestrated tracheostomy tube includes an extra opening that can provide more function than a tube without one, but it also brings added hazards. A tracheostomy is an operation to make an opening in the neck that leads to the trachea, or windpipe. The words “tracheostomy” and “tracheotomy” are frequently used synonymously; here we’ll use […]
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What Is a Tracheostomy Collar?
A tracheostomy collar is employed to keep a tracheostomy tube secure. The collar attaches to the tracheostomy plates, which help stabilize the tube. Typically, you’ll replace the collar daily. (img by Core EM) A tracheostomy is an operation that creates an opening into your trachea, often called the “windpipe,” through the skin on the front […]
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What Causes Heavy Breathing?
You may experience periods of heavy breathing temporarily due to an illness or infection. But other medical conditions can make this symptom persistent. How it’s treated depends on the underlying cause. You might notice heavier breathing during physical activity or when you climb stairs. During exertion, your body requires more oxygen, so you breathe more […]
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What You Should Know About Paradoxical Breathing
Your diaphragm is a key muscle that facilitates breathing. When it moves opposite to how it should, the pattern is known as paradoxical breathing. Paradoxical breathing indicates that your breathing is impaired. It happens when the diaphragm shifts in the reverse direction during inhalation and exhalation compared with normal mechanics. Under normal circumstances, your diaphragm […]
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Mucinex DM: What Are the Side Effects?
Mucinex DM, when taken as instructed, may produce minor adverse effects such as nausea or constipation. Serious reactions are uncommon and typically occur with excessive use of the medication. The situation: You’re dealing with chest congestion and keep coughing without finding relief. Now, beyond the congestion, your cough won’t stop. You’re thinking about Mucinex DM […]
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Is It Safe to Smoke Weed If You Have a Cold or the Flu?
The long-term risks and safety of e-cigarettes and other vaping devices are still not clearly understood. In September 2019, federal and state health agencies began probing an outbreak of a severe lung illness linked to e-cigarette and vaping product use. We are monitoring developments closely and will revise this content as new information emerges. There’s […]
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Narcolepsy vs. Sleep Apnea: Differences and Similarities
Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder that disrupts the sleep–wake rhythm, causing powerful urges to sleep at inappropriate times during the day and night. Sleep apnea involves interruptions in breathing while you’re asleep. With narcolepsy, you might suddenly fall asleep during routine activities like speaking or eating. Sleep apnea usually stems from a physical blockage in […]
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10 Essential Oils for Your Cough
Essential oils are powerful and largely unregulated, so they should be used cautiously. See your physician for a severe cough or if you have other health concerns. The appeal of essential oils often stems from their natural origins. They are concentrated extracts taken from plants cultivated worldwide. Using essential oils to ease symptoms linked to […]
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Is It Safe to Mix Motrin and Robitussin? Facts and Myths
Overview Motrin is a trade name for ibuprofen. It belongs to the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) class and is commonly used to temporarily ease minor aches and pains, reduce fever, and calm inflammation. Robitussin is a brand that contains dextromethorphan and guaifenesin. It’s used to address coughs and chest congestion, helping to reduce persistent coughing […]