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Child Lungs and Respiratory System

Child Lungs and Respiratory System

The respiratory system is vulnerable to a number of diseases. The most common problems of the respiratory system are: asthma, bronchiolitis, common cold, and pneumonia. Although some respiratory diseases can't be prevented, many chronic lung and respiratory illnesses can be prevented. Browse our articles to find more information on treatment and prevention.

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Apnea

Everyone has brief pauses in their breathing pattern called apnea. Usually these brief stops are completely ...

Source: The Nemours Foundation
Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis (popularly known as "TB") is a disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It mainly ...

Source: The Nemours Foundation
Bronchiolitis

What is Bronchiolitis?Bronchiolitis is a common illness of the respiratory tract caused by an infection that affects ...

Source: The Nemours Foundation
Croup

About CroupCroup is a condition that causes an inflammation of the upper airways — the voice box (larynx) and ...

Source: The Nemours Foundation
Pneumonia

Pneumonia is a general term that refers to an infection of the lungs, which can be caused by a variety of ...

Source: The Nemours Foundation

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The Importance of Protecting Kids From Secondhand Smoke

Source: The Nemours Foundation
Clinical Research

Source: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Clinical Trials: Why Volunteer for Research?

Source: The Cystic Fibrosis Center at Stanford
Clinical Trials: Frequently Asked Questions

Source: The Cystic Fibrosis Center at Stanford
Insurance Issues for Youth with Cystic Fibrosis During the Transition

Source: The Cystic Fibrosis Center at Stanford
Newborn Screening

Source: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
What is C.F.

Source: The Reach for the Stars Foundation
Genetic Carrier Testing

Source: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Common Medications

Source: The Cystic Fibrosis Center at Stanford
Asthma and Learning Readiness

Source: Idaho Department of Health and Welfare

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