BRING HEALTH TO YOUR FAMILY
There are many age-related changes in the pulmonary, immune, and respiratory systems. These changes include reduced lung volume, weakened cough strength, and more susceptibility to infections. A Clinical Interventions in Aging study showed that chronic lower...
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a lung condition that scars your lungs and makes it difficult for you to breathe. It’s the most common type of pulmonary fibrosis. What does IPF stand for? • idiopathic = there is no known cause •...
You probably fall right into your favorite position when you curl up under the covers at night without giving it much thought.However, could one sleeping position be more beneficial to your health than another?Finding a comfortable sleeping position can be more...
When you were diagnosed with sleep apnea, you had your sleep study. As you know, they kept track of your blood oxygen level, but they also measured many other values: pulse, blood pressure, number of apneic episodes per minute, amount of REM sleep, etc. The purpose...
here is no magic pill to fix the problems caused by the assault the COVID-19 infection has had on your body, so self-care is as important in your recovery as working with doctors to manage the treatable medical conditions that Long COVID is causing
What causes sleep apnea? Any factor can cause the narrowing of the airway, and the upper airway obstruction may cause nocturnal hypoxia during sleep, leading to sleep apnea syndrome. The main common causes are: Aging: The prevalence of OSA (obstructive sleep apnea)...
What your blood oxygen level shows Your red blood cells are like vehicles. Each can carry up to four oxygen molecules across your body, getting them to places like your heart and brain. Your body's vital systems need a normal percentage of oxygen inside your blood...
A number of companies are looking beyond the wrist at the next frontier in wearable technology. Few people know that the finger can provide a useful snapshot of a person’s overall health. This is because it contains arteries that can be sensed by finger-worn...
If you breathe irregularly as you sleep, wake up gasping for breath, or feel excessively sleepy during the day, you may be experiencing symptoms of sleep apnea. There are three types of sleep apnea. The most common type of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea...
How do I know if I have sleep apnea? If you have trouble staying asleep or if you feel excessively tired during the daytime, you may suffer from sleep apnea. This common condition causes disruptions in your breathing pattern during sleep, leading to poor quality...
I discovered that something was wrong with my baby two months after he was born: a baby should be able to eat and sleep, but my baby's sleep time is only eleven or twelve hours per day in bits and pieces; he cries while taking milk; I feel that he wants...
Spill the tea! Some see it as an trick to get the French to take the epidemic seriously. In a televised speech, Mr. Macron promised to ease the lockdown when the number of new cases fell below 5,000/day. The French government broke it on Tuesday and suffered...
A patient contracting AIDS posted on a large internet forum about an incident in which a doctor refused to operate him. After this incident was announced, it triggered many "netizens" to comment and retweet, criticizing and even insulting the doctor, saying that he...
What are cardiac tests? Which kinds of tests currently exist and what are the differences between them? In terms of cardiac testing, hospitals now usually use three types of tests: cardiac color doppler ultrasounds, electrocardiogram tests, and coronary angiographies....
Article overview 1. What Is Snoring?2. Why do people snore?3. Home Remedies to Stop Snoring4. Sleep Apnea5. Snoring Diagnosis and Treatment What Is Snoring? Snoring is noisy breathing while you sleep. It’s a common condition that can affect anyone, although it happens...
Overview: 1. How Pulse Oximeters Work: Detection of Blood Oxygen Levels 2. Benefits and Pitfalls of Pulse Oximetry The continuing battle with the global spread of the novel COVID-19 has emphasized and revitalized the vital role of innovative tools that could...
Article overview 1. The respiratory system safeguards effective gas exchange2. Oxygen is vital for normal body function3. Different types of respiratory system illnesses4. What is COPD?5. The primary cause of COPD6. COPD can lead to decreased oxygen saturation of the...
What is sleep apnea? While we sleep (often during a night’s sleep), relaxation of the pharynx muscles usually makes the airway narrow. If this narrowing is not significant, it does not pose a health threat. The highest normal scenario, in this case, can be uniform...
Article Overview 1. What is Hypoxia?2. What Can Cause It?3. Aviation and Hypoxia4. Monitoring Your Oxygen Levels5. Conclusion One condition you should be mindful of when you are a pilot is hypoxemia and hypoxia. This isn’t something minor like airsickness; it can...
For children, asthma can be tough. Having smaller airways compared to their adult counterparts can cause some serious issues. By testing your child’s blood oxygen levels, you can help to manage their asthma. One way is through pulse oximetry. Let’s look at what it is...