The Respiratory System
Latest about The Respiratory System
Strange Lung Ailment Revealed: A Giant Ball of Fungus
By Tia Ghose published
A man complaining of night sweats, fever and a persistent bloody cough was surprised to discover he had a nearly 3-inch ball of fungus growing in his left lung, according to a new case report.
Ouch! Dental Implant Ends Up in Woman's Sinus
By Rachael Rettner published
A 57-year- old woman in Italy who went to the doctor with inflamed sinuses had an unusual diagnosis.
How Oral Hygiene Affects the Rest of You
By Rachael Rettner published
Brushing your teeth, flossing and visiting the dentist keep your teeth and gums healthy, but maintaining good oral hygiene is also important for your overall health, researcher suggests.
Diagram of the Human Respiratory System (Infographic)
By Ross Toro published
Find out all about your lungs and how breathing works.
Diagram of the Human Circulatory System (Infographic)
By Ross Toro published
Find out all about the blood, lungs and blood vessels that make up the circulatory system.
Amoxicillin Doesn't Help Some Respiratory Infections
By Catherine Winters published
Amoxicillin is no better than a placebo at treating the symptoms of a lower respiratory-tract infection.
Daycare May Pose Risks to Children With Chronic Lung Disease
By Rachael Rettner published
Daycare may put children with a certain lung disease at risk for complications.
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