UNDERSTANDING RESTRICTIVE LUNG DISEASE
Introduction Restrictive lung disease refers to a group of respiratory disorders characterized by reduced lung expansion and difficulty in fully inhaling. Unlike obstructive lung diseases, which involve airway narrowing and difficulty exhaling, restrictive lung diseases primarily affect the lung tissue…
PNEUMOTHORAX, EMPYEMA AND LUNG CYSTS
Pneumothorax & Empyema Types Pneumothorax and empyema are both conditions that affect the lungs, but they are distinct entities. Let me explain the different types of each condition: Types of Pneumothorax: Spontaneous Pneumothorax: This occurs without any apparent cause or…
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