Jakarta –
The lungs are one of the sensitive organs from dust and dirt even though they have the ability to clean their own tissue. Excessive accumulation of particles and viruses can cause symptoms of unhealthy lungs that require further treatment.
Not only air, a bad lifestyle greatly affects lung health, one of the main factors in smoking addiction. As a result, the exchange of oxygen with carbon dioxide does not function normally.
Even when lying down, breath becomes out of breath so that someone tries to sleep in a more awkward position. If not recognized as early as possible, this condition can trigger Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), asthma, and cancer.
Symptoms of Unhealthy Lungs
In general, symptoms of unhealthy lungs can go unnoticed by the sufferer. Most think this condition is only part of the impact of increasing age. Quoted from Asthma and Lung UK, the following are signs to watch out for:
1. Chronic Cough
Coughing can be a problem if it continues to interfere with daily life. Chronic coughs generally last for eight weeks or more. Severe bouts of coughing and shortness of breath can also cause incontinence.
Incontinence is a health problem that causes a person to frequently wet the bed because it is difficult to hold back urination. However, this can be overcome by reducing caffeinated drinks such as tea, coffee, and reducing alcohol intake.
2. Coughing up Blood
Coughing up blood is usually the aftereffect of a chronic, untreated cough. The condition indicates an injury or infection in the lungs or upper respiratory tract.
3. Shortness of Breath
The main symptom of unhealthy lungs is shortness of breath. This complaint can be accompanied by wheezing or a sound like ‘snorting’ when exhaling due to a blockage in the bronchi or other lung tissue.
4. Sleep disorders
The combination of shortness of breath, pain, and coughing causes a person’s sleep to be disrupted and tired during the day. Over time, it causes psychological disorders, such as anxiety and depression.
5. Chronic Chest Pain
The last most common warning is chest pain that is difficult to get rid of within one month. The pain will be felt more if the sufferer inhales or coughs and gets worse with stress and anxiety.
Symptoms of unhealthy lungs must be recognized immediately and treated early so that they do not pose a more fatal risk. Consult a doctor for the best intervention, especially if the person has a genetic lung disorder.
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