News tagged with airway function


Study suggests reduced lung function in infancy associated with wheeze later

A study in Australia suggests that reduced lung function in infancy was associated with wheezing beyond childhood at 18 years of age, according to a report published Online First by JAMA Pediatrics, a JAMA Network publication. ...

Pediatrics created Feb 19, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

A few extra pounds may harm lung function in black, hispanic kids

(HealthDay)—Even a small amount of extra weight can have a negative effect on the lung function of Hispanic and black children, according to a new study.

Overweight and Obesity created Feb 22, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Treatment of childhood obstructive sleep apnea reverses brain abnormalities

Treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in children normalizes disturbances in the neuronal network responsible for attention and executive function, according to a new study.

Sleep apnea created May 20, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Study: Why hot, humid air triggers symptoms in patients with mild asthma

May is asthma awareness month, and with summer right around the corner, a study shows that doctors may be closer to understanding why patients with mild asthma have such difficulty breathing during hot, humid weather. The ...

Immunology created Jun 06, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

CPAP found to improve sexual function, satisfaction in men with sleep apnea

Men who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are seeing another potential benefit from continuous positive airway pressure therapy, or CPAP: improved sexual function and satisfaction in non-diabetic men under age 60.

Sleep apnea created Jun 13, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Does moderate wine consumption improve lung function?

A research team from the Netherlands assessed the impact of wine and resveratrol (a natural polyphenol found in high quantities in red wine) on lung function. It also looked at genetic factors and mechanisms by which resveratrol ...

Health created Mar 08, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Increasing evidence for small airway role in asthma intensity

(HealthDay)—There is increasing evidence that the small airways contribute significantly to the clinical expression and severity of asthma, according to research published online Nov. 9 in Allergy.

Immunology created Nov 20, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Lung function declines as chest deformity deepens

A common deformity that cases a depression in the chest wall inhibits lung function as the cavity grows deeper, a national study of 327 patients published in the Journal of Pediatrics found.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Aug 18, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Innovative approaches help sleep apnea sufferers benefit from CPAP

People with obstructive sleep apnea are more likely to stick to prescribed treatment when a partner or parent is involved with their treatment, according to a team of sleep researchers.

Sleep apnea created Dec 01, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Сomputed tomography shows changes in lungs associated with COPD flare-ups

Using computed tomography (CT), researchers have identified two types of structural changes in the lungs of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that are associated with frequent exacerbations, or episodes ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jul 27, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0