Lung Disease

Lung disease is a broad term used to describe a variety of conditions that affect the lungs, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, pneumonia, lung cancer, and pulmonary fibrosis. The potential causes of lung disease include smoking, air pollution, occupational exposures (such as coal dust, asbestos, and silica), genetic factors, infections, and allergies. Risk factors for developing lung disease include smoking or exposure to secondhand smoke, exposure to environmental pollutants or chemicals, a family history of lung disease, and a weakened immune system. Treatment for lung disease varies depending on the specific condition and may include medications, oxygen therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation, or surgery.

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