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… the structure of the lung and may also damage the tiny air sacs (alveoli) in the lung. When these air sacs break down, larger airspaces known as bullae are formed. Bullae sometimes can …
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… process of heat moving away from the body usually occurs in air temperatures lower than 20 °C (68 °F) . The body loses … loss from sleeping on the cold ground). Heat is lost in air temperatures lower than 20 °C (68 °F) . The body loses about 2% of its heat through air conduction. However, water causes more heat loss from …
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… Overview Forced expiratory volume (FEV) measures how much air a person can exhale during a forced breath. The amount of air exhaled may be measured during the first (FEV1), second … breath. Forced vital capacity (FVC) is the total amount of air exhaled during the FEV test. Forced expiratory volume …
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… the safest thing to do is simply to stay indoors. If the air is unsafe because of hazardous chemicals, radiation, or … in place," which limits your exposure to the outside air. To shelter in place: Make sure all family members and … inside. Then close and lock all doors and windows. Turn off air conditioners, fans, and furnaces. Close vents and …
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… for cardiovascular risk reduction. Evidence from moderate quality systematic reviews suggest exercise improves … physical functioning, muscle strength, and health-related quality of life. There is a clinically significant reduction …
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… for episodic migraine prevention in adults: Report of the Quality Standards Subcommittee of the American Academy of … for episodic migraine prevention in adults: Report of the Quality Standards Subcommittee of the American Academy of … for episodic migraine prevention in adults: Report of the Quality Standards Subcommittee of the American Academy of …
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… and shows large abnormalities. In a double-contrast or air-contrast study , the colon is first filled with barium, … on the wall of the colon. The colon is then filled with air. This provides a detailed view of the inner surface of … colon. A small balloon on the enema tip may be filled with air to help you hold in the barium. Tightening your anal …
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… Acute bronchitis means that the tubes that carry air to the lungs (the bronchial tubes) are inflamed and … can also be caused by exposure to smoke, chemicals, or air pollution, all of which can irritate the bronchial … cough or a cough with mucus. And they don't improve your quality of life. Taking antibiotics too often or when you …
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… who have severe symptoms often have great improvement in quality of life following surgery. Men whose symptoms are mild may find that surgery does not greatly improve quality of life. Men with only mild symptoms may want to … online: http://www.auanet.org/content/guidelines-and-quality-care/clinical-guid… . Wilt TJ, N'Dow J (2008). …
