Customer question:
Which lung diseases do we know? Anonymous customer's question
Pharmacist's answer:
Several lung diseases can develop from various causes, including infections, inflammation, exposure to harmful substances, and genetic factors.
Some of the most common lung diseases include the following disease states:
- lung cancer
- tuberculosis
- pneumonia
- chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- interstitial lung disease
- pulmonary embolism
- pulmonary fibrosis
- bronchiectasis
- asthma
How do we treat tuberculosis?
Treatment for tuberculosis usually involves a combination of antibiotics that target the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is crucial that patients consistently adhere to prescribed treatment, as incomplete treatment can contribute to the development of drug resistance and lead to disease relapse. In some cases, especially during the initial treatment period, patients are advised to avoid close contact with other people to prevent the spread of infection. Treatment of tuberculosis usually involves general support for a healthy lifestyle, including a healthy diet, adequate physical activity, and smoking cessation.
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