Mycoplasma pneumonia, also known as walking pneumonia, is often a mild respiratory infection that presents as a chest cold, especially in children. A lot of people think you have to be older or in the hospital to get pneumonia. However, pneumonia...
Post-obstructive pneumonia is a serious infection that develops due to a blockage in the lung, usually caused by cancer. Post-obstructive pneumonia is an infection in the lung that occurs due to a blockage in one of the airways. Behind this...
There are two pneumonia vaccines on the market today but how do you know which one is right for you and an appropriate pneumonia vaccine schedule? Find out now. Pneumonia is an infection that inflames the air sacs in your lungs, sometimes...
Pneumonia is a lung infection, while lung cancer occurs when cells grow out of control. It’s possible to have both at the same time. It can be difficult to tell if you have pneumonia or lung cancer because they share similar symptoms. However,...
Concha bullosa is an air pocket in the middle turbinate which can cause nasal obstruction and contribute to sinus problems that may require surgery. Have you ever heard the phrase, "breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth?" This...
Mild cases of hiccups can be treated through home remedies, while rare cases of persistent hiccups may require medicine or even surgery. Hiccups happen when you have repeated involuntary spasms of the diaphragm. This might be caused by eating too...
Learn about the various causes of jaw pain, such as TMD and dental problems, and how your doctor or dentist goes about diagnosing and treating them. Finding out what causes jaw pain can be difficult, mostly because there are numerous sources from...
Nutcracker esophagus is a motility disorder that causes difficulty swallowing, chest pain and reflux. Learn more about its symptoms and treatment. Nutcracker esophagus is a form of esophageal spasm. It is in the same category of esophageal motility...
Thrush (oral candidiasis) is a yeast infection of babies and adults causing white patches in the mouth. Reviewed by a board-certified pediatrician.
Bacterial pneumonia and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have dangerous cause-and-effect relationships. Learn why and how they're treated. Bacterial pneumonia and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have a dangerous...
There are several ear, nose, and throat (ENT) disorders that can be caused by smoking including chronic coughs, sore throats, and hoarseness. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 40 million adults within...
