Respiratory Disorders

Sites :

• American Lung Association - Provides information on various conditions, research and statistics, plus programs and events.
• AOL Body - Respiratory Health - Describes the signs, symptoms and treatments, with tips to lower risk factors.
• Bronchiectasis R Us - Offers facts including how is it diagnosed, living with it, physiotherapy techniques and devices, and forums available to meet other people with this disorder.
• The Canadian Lung Association - Information on a variety of conditions, including asthma, sleep apnea and tuberculosis, plus a drug information search. Includes information about the respiratory system, and a kid's corner.
• CaringBridge for Jim Tench - A place to keep friends and family updated about Jim Tench's ongoing battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), and his double lung transplant that it has necessitated.
• Cerebral Hypoxia - Information page compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
• Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis - Nonprofit partnership organization advocating on behalf of pulmonary fibrosis patients nationwide.
• COPD Therapy - Find out about COPD ICS/LABA therapy.
• Drkoop.com: Respiratory - News articles, grouped by condition.
• eMedicine Health - Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of lung collapse.
• eMedicine Health: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning - Consumer health resource center providing information on the dangers and symptoms of CO poisoning. From eMedicine Health.
• eMedicine Health: Smoke Inhalation - Consumer health resource center providing information on the symptoms and treatment.
• eMedicine: Hiccups - Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of hiccups.
• How Stuff Works: Lungs - Illustrated description of how we breathe, plus information about various disorders.
• Huff and Puff Victoria - Provides details of various support groups. Includes a directory of links for specific conditions, plus information on exercising and using medications.
• Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis - Provides information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
• InterMune, Inc. - Read about INSPIRE, a comprehensive clinical trial in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). Information for patients, physicians and investors.
• LAM Action - Provides information and support for those with lymphangioleiomyomatosis. Includes fact sheet and patient organisation information.
• LAM Foundation - A non-profit organization devoted to finding a cure for Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) by providing support, education, information and funding scientific research.
• LAM Trust of New Zealand - Provides support and information about lymphangioleiomyomatosis. Includes facts, lecture notes and events.
• Living With Respiratory Disease - A discussion group for those affected by respiratory conditions. [Registration required.]
• Lungs OnLine - Learn about a variety of lung diseases and conditions as well as diagnostic testing information.
• Medco Health - Research respiratory conditions or browse detailed drug information related to respiratory conditions. Features include interactive tools and related news.
• MedicineNet: FocusOn Lungs - Offers topics covering a variety of disorders, including procedures and tests, alongside news and a discussion boards.
• No Air To Go - Provides information concerning Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and Sarcoidosis, including diagnosis and treatment. Includes a glossary, links and a chatroom.
• NTMinfo.com - Offers information about nontuberculous mycobacteria, including symptoms, tests and treatments.
• OHSU Health: Respiratory Disorders - Overview, symptom and treatment information plus basic anatomy.
• Pulmonary PAP - Discussion group for people with pulmonary alveolar proteinosis. Scheduled weekly chat sessions. [Membership required.]
• Pulmonology Channel - Resources on diagnosis and treatment of a variety of pulmonary conditions. Includes a forum and video presentations. [Real Player required.]
• RadiologyInfo: Chest Radiography - Information for patients concerning chest xrays.
• Respiratory Medicine - Includes information on asthma, copd, cystic fibrosis, telemedicine, spirometry, scientific publications, meetings and pulmonary medicine.
• Revolution Health : Lung - Find lung information, covering symptoms, causes, risks, treatments and types. Discuss lung issues with others in forums, blogs, personal stories and recommendations.
• Vocal Cord Dysfunction - General information on this condition.