Shortness of breath when walking short distances can occur suddenly or be a chronic condition. It should be evaluated, as it ...

Allergies can cause air passages to swell, constrict, and produce excess mucus in the lungs. Not only can this result in chest pain, but can also lead to chest congestion. During an allergic reaction, ...

Dr. Bochner answers the question: 'Do I Have A Heart Condition Or Asthma?' — -- Question:How can I tell the difference between a heart condition and asthma? Answer: So, people with asthma have ...

Asthma is a chronic lung disease that causes the airways to become inflamed and narrowed. Symptoms like coughing, dyspnea (shortness of breath), wheezing, and chest tightness can range from mild to ...

Lung cancer remains the most common cause of cancer-related death, with mortality higher than breast cancer, prostate cancer ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

When the airways become constricted, the chest may feel tight or congested, and a wheeze can often be heard. Other sounds to look out for, discussed below.

(WJAR) — It's estimated three million children in the United States have asthma. In Rhode Island, rates, unfortunately, are higher than the national average. This time of year, allergies are a ...

Make sure that the listening area is quiet, and importantly, do not listen through the patient's clothing. Warm your stethoscope either by carrying it in your pants pocket or by vigorously rubbing it.

New Digital Stethoscope Detects and Classifies Subtle Lung Sounds, Aiding Healthcare Pros in Diagnosis and Patient Management ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ChestPal™ Pro, the only commercially available ...