mersiconization of sputum?
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the only procedure in sputum i know is sputum culture.
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blocked pores and bacteria.
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Mucus can be simply categorized like this:\n\nWhite is normal.\n\nYellow is an acute infection.\n\nGreen or any variation darker than yellow: it's old, from the way bottom of the lung, and no immediate cause of concern, unless you are getting a bunch of green up, in which case, see a doctor.\n\nOf course mucus can be categorized 20 different ways but this is just simple and easy, if you are really concerned, see your pulmonologist. Good Luck!
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Cough, gag, and run for fresh air.
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air is moved into the lungs
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PNEUMONOULTRAMICROSCOPICSILICOVOLCANOCONIOSIS- LUNG DISEASE CAUSED BY BREATHI IN CERTAIN PARTICLES
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Pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcaniconiosis?\nsure, I can. The secret to it is that the first "p" is silent. LOL
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Whooping cough is a highly contagious bacterial infection of the upper respiratory system—specifically, the area where the nasal passages meet the back of the throat .The infection causes irritation in breathing passages, resulting in severe coughing spells. The illness has three distinct stages and can last months.The infection easily spreads from person to person through respiratory secretions or mucus, which can be emitted during coughing or sneezing. The incubation period is about 7 to 14 days, meaning that symptoms develop about 1 to 2 weeks after exposure to the bacteria. Whooping cough is treated with antibiotics, primarily to help reduce the spread of infection. If given during the very early stage of the illness, antibiotics may help shorten the illness. Home treatment  such as a cool-air humidifier, can also be used to help reduce the discomfort of symptoms
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no need to worry . it happens during the course of pulmonary  TB [lung T  B ] IT RESOLVES ON ITS OWN . KINDLY CONTINUE THE FULL COURSE OF TREATMENT
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Go to a professional. If you try it yourself, you definitely will run the risk of getting a serious infection.
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not really an answer but is there a chance he's put something in his nose, like vicks vapor rub?? if he's done this, he needs to see a doctor asap because it can cause respiratory problems if ingested.
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For a sensible amount of time, this would actually help your condition. This will help the mucus that is probably still in the bases of your lungs, to thin out so that it can be carried up and out.
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called a mucous plug...Really do not create a problem as long as you can get them up.  If they start getting to thick your doctor can give you medicine to thin them out.
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pneumonia is caused by a bacteria, so u need to acquire the bacteria in the first place.  smoking will cause damage to the alveoli causing fibrosis and build up of mucus along the cilia lining.  so smoking increases your risk by making you more susceptable to bacterial invasion
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Bronchitis\n\nBronchitis is an inflammation or obstruction in the trachea (windpipe) and the large bronchi (air passages) of the respiratory tract. Bronchitis can be caused by a bacterial or viral infection, or it can be triggered by an allergic reaction to molds, pollens, dander or dust. Bronchitis is divided into acute and chronic, with chronic bronchitis being a permanent condition that's usually caused by smoking.\n\nSigns and Symptoms:\n\nRunny nose \nFever \nDry cough \nWheezing \nPain in chest and/or back \nFatigue \nSore throat \nSudden chills \nShaking \nOccasionally bronchospasm (a contraction of the walls of the bronchi) may occur \nLater stages ­ coughing brings up clear sputum at first and later thick, yellow sputum. \nAllergic bronchitis is often worse at night \nChronic bronchitis is characterized by a persistent dry cough without other symptoms. \nDiagnosis:\n\nYour doctor will listen to your chest for wheezing sounds. He or she may also order several different lab tests to rule out other potentially serious respiratory conditions. These tests might include:\n\nSputum culture (to look for pneumonia and/or tuberculosis) \nWhite blood cell count \nGamma M immunoglobulin-specific conjugate (which detects current infection) \nChest X ray to rule out pneumonia, heart failure, or pneumothorax complications \nChest X ray for bronchovascular markings with chronic bronchitis \nPulmonary function test \nElectrocardiogram for differential diagnosis of chest pain \nPulmonary function tests \nTreatment Options:\n\nAcute bronchitis is usually treated effectively with traditional therapies. However, chronic bronchitis is still incurable and often responds better to alternative treatments.\n\nTraditional Treatments:\n\nWhen in the dry cough stage, a cough suppressant may be all that's needed. Dextromethoraphan is common in many over-the-counter cough preparations. The initials "DM" on the label can identify Dextromethoraphn-containing cough suppressants. \nAn expectorant is needed for a wet cough. Guaifenesin is one of the most common and can be found in Donatussin, Meditussin, and Robitussin, among others. Expectorants help thin secretions so that they are easier to cough out. \nA bronchodilator, such as metaproterenol (Alupent) or albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin) may be prescribed to relax the airways, stop wheezing and ease breathing. This is generally the only treatment that is effective for chronic bronchitis. \nIn cases where your doctor believes that the bronchitis might be caused by a bacterial infection, he or she will most likely prescribe an antibiotic. \nComplementary and Alternative Therapies:\n\nAlthough traditional treatments work extremely effectively in cases of acute bronchitis, some people still prefer to follow alternative therapies. There are also some alternative therapies that will help speed the effectiveness of traditional treatments and help lessen side effects.\n\nIn cases of chronic bronchitis, alternative therapies may be the only viable option.\n\nNutritional Supplementation:\n\nIf you must take antibiotics, be sure to take supplemental acidophilus and/or bifidobacteria to restore healthy intestinal flora. Follow the directions on the label. Be sure to select a dairy-free product if you are allergic to milk. \nBeta-carotene helps to heal mucus membranes. Take 5,000 IU three times daily until you recover. \nVitamin C and bioflavonoids have anti-inflammatory properties. Take 500 mg of each three times a day until symptoms subside. \nZinc helps to boost the immune system and speed recovery. Take 15 mg twice a day for as long as symptoms last. Take zinc with food to prevent stomach upset. You can also try zinc lozenges which help to stimulate immunity and fight viral infections that cause bronchitis, colds, and flu. \nWarning: Do not take more than 100 mg of zinc per a day from all supplemental sources. \nQuercetin is capable of antioxidant activity and has the ability to fight again
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You can if you wan't to, but believe me it is best not to smoke, this could cause an infecton
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Thats quite a platefull there...\n\nI'll help out with a few, afterall... it is your research project.\n\nThink of your common respiratory illnesses... bronchitis, flu, cold... etc.  Then I'd run a search of other respiratory illnesses, pneumonia for example (bacterial AND viral).\n\nHandling of specimens... you should know the aseptic technique.  And your major rule in the micro lab... Treat every microbe as if it were a pathogen.\n\nTypically... you bacterial diseases are cause by Gram Negative bacteria, to isolate those guy you'd grow them up on Mackonkey's Agar.  You can use a number of selective/differential mediums to help isolate your pathogens.\n\nVirus needs to be cultured up similar to parasites... cell culture.\n\nTreatments vary... though most commonly you'll see antibiotics (even when the cause is not a bacteria... thank you very much Doctors...grr)