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  2. Pulmonary edema - Wikipedia

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    This term actually refers to a pathological condition of the lungs, frequently demonstrated by chest X-ray. Edema of the lungs should be thought of as the result of a disease such as congestive heart failure and not a disease in and of itself. In this case it would be a cardiac disease and not a pulmonary disease.

  3. These Pictures Will Help You Figure Out What That Weird Rash ...

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    Ringworm is a fungal infection that causes a red, itchy, circular rash on the skin with raised edges and a clear center, says Dr. Kamangar. The rash may be scaly, bumpy, or blistered, and can ...

  4. These Pictures Will Help You Identify the Most Common Skin Rashes

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    Rosacea. What it looks like: Rosacea causes redness and thick skin on the face, usually clustered in the center.Easy flushing, a stinging sensation, and small, pus-filled pimples are other common ...

  5. Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection - Wikipedia

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    M. avium, M. intracellulare, and M. chimaera are each saprotrophic organisms present in soil and water; entry into hosts is usually via the gastrointestinal tract, but also can be via the lungs. MAC infections can cause fevers, diarrhea, malabsorption, as well as loss of appetite and weight loss, and can disseminate to the bone marrow. MAI is ...

  6. Swimming-induced pulmonary edema - Wikipedia

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    Acute onset of breathing problems caused by fluid accumulation in lung extravascular spaces induced by immersion, usually in cold water, often with intense physical exertion. Symptoms reported developed during physical activity and usually include dyspnoea/shortness of breath and a cough, often haemoptysis, occasionally chest tightness, chest ...

  7. Edema - Wikipedia

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    In this condition water retention is mostly visible in the legs, feet and ankles, but water also collects in the lungs, where it causes a chronic cough. This condition is usually treated with diuretics; otherwise, the water retention may cause breathing problems and additional stress on the heart. [11]

  8. What’s That Winter Air Burn In My Lungs? - AOL

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    It’s common to feel this pain, but your body can adapt to the extreme temperatures, according to the Mayo Clinic. Cold, dry air enters the lungs, causing irritation, which can lead to bronchospasm.

  9. Community-acquired pneumonia - Wikipedia

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    This inhibits lung function, causing dyspnea, fever, chest pains and cough. CAP, the most common type of pneumonia, is a leading cause of illness and death worldwide [citation needed]. Its causes include bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. [1] CAP is diagnosed by assessing symptoms, performing a physical examination, by x-ray or by sputum ...