What are the common diseases of the lungs?
Disease description:
I used to work in a factory, which caused significant damage to my lungs. Now I'm left with some lingering health issues and often cough. I'd like to know what common diseases affect the lungs?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Jingli
Common lung diseases mainly include the following:
1. Pneumonia: A lung infection caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Common symptoms include cough, chest pain, shortness of breath, and fever.
2. Asthma: A chronic respiratory disease characterized by airway hyperresponsiveness and narrowing, leading to wheezing, difficulty breathing, and coughing.
3. Tuberculosis (TB): An infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Main symptoms include prolonged cough, sputum production, fever, and weight loss.
4. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema, characterized by airway narrowing and impaired gas exchange. Common symptoms are shortness of breath, cough, and sputum production.
5. Lung cancer: A malignant tumor in the lungs. Common symptoms include cough, hemoptysis (coughing up blood), chest pain, and difficulty breathing. Other lung diseases include pulmonary fibrosis and pulmonary embolism.
If symptoms related to the respiratory system occur, prompt medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment are recommended.
