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Lungs
The lungs are part of our respiratory system. Along with the trachea, alveoli, bronchi and diaphragm, they help us breathe in oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide. Lungs can be affected by infection or allergy or may puncture or collapse.
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Topic: Lung conditions
Cystic fibrosis
When a person has cystic fibrosis their mucus glands secrete very thick sticky mucus which clogs the tiny air passages in the lungs and traps bacteria.
Emphysema
Emphysema is generally caused by cigarette smoking or long-term exposure to certain industrial pollutants or dust.
Interstitial lung disease
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Lung cancer
Lung cancer occurs most often in adults between the ages of 40 and 70 who have smoked cigarettes for at least 20 years.
Lung cancer in non-smokers
Some non-smokers develop lung cancer even though they have never smoked and are rarely exposed to smoky environments.
Lung conditions - chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is the collective term for a number of lung diseases that prevent proper breathing.
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM)
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) is a rare lung disease that can affect women during their reproductive years.
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer that can develop decades after exposure to asbestos.
Sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis is not a cancer or any other sort of malignant tumour.
Silicosis
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Wegener's granulomatosis
Wegener's granulomatosis is a rare condition that targets the arteries, veins and capillaries of the kidneys and the respiratory system.
