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Pleurisy

… you cough, sneeze, or suddenly move. May ease when you hold your breath or press on the painful area. But this type of … and costochondritis . If a viral infection is causing your pleurisy, you may or may not have common viral … Many different health problems can lead to pleurisy, so your doctor will look for what is causing your inflammation. …

Older adults and endurance fitness

… is endurance fitness. This is any activity that uses your body’s large muscle groups and helps you have a … activities. Be sure to choose exercises that are right for your health, medical condition, fitness level, and fitness … more likely to keep doing your exercises if you learn about all the health benefits of being active. If you’re not …

COPD and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin AAT Deficiency

… is the only known genetic (inherited) factor that increases your risk of developing COPD. What puts you at risk for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency? Your doctor may suspect you have an AAT deficiency if you: … smoking history of less that 20 pack years. (To figure out your pack years, multiply how many packs a day on average …

Aortobifemoral Bypass Surgery

… to redirect blood flow around blocked blood vessels in your belly or groin area. The surgery is done to increase … in the belly to the legs. The doctor will make a cut in your belly. The doctor will also make a cut in your groin at the top of each thigh. These cuts are called …