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Results 1 - 10 of 69 for Airway
  1. Allergic asthma 
    ... a breathing disorder characterized by inflammation of the airways and recurrent episodes of breathing difficulty. These episodes, ... attacks, are triggered by irritation of the inflamed airways. In allergic asthma, the attacks occur when substances ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/allergic-asthma - Genetics
  2. Obstructive sleep apnea 
    ... partial or complete closure of the throat (pper airway). Complete closure can lead to apnea while partial ... fatty tissue in the head and neck constricts airways and abdominal fat may prevent the chest and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/obstructive-sleep-apnea - Genetics
  3. Isolated Pierre Robin sequence 
    ... than normal (glossoptosis), and blockage (obstruction) of the airways. Most people with Pierre Robin sequence are also ... and the abnormally positioned tongue can block the airways. In addition, micrognathia and glossoptosis affect formation of ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../condition/isolated-pierre-robin-sequence - Genetics
  4. Granulomatosis with polyangiitis 
    ... affects the respiratory tract (including the lungs and airways) and the kidneys. This disorder is formerly known ... The granulomas usually occur in the lungs or airways of people with this condition, although they can ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../granulomatosis-with-polyangiitis - Genetics
  5. MDA5 deficiency 
    ... to recurrent, severe infections of the lungs and airways (respiratory tract) beginning in infancy. These infections are ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/mda5-deficiency - Genetics
  6. CFTR gene 
    ... that lubricates and protects the lining of the airways, digestive system, reproductive system, and other organs and ... thick and sticky. The abnormal mucus obstructs the airways and glands, leading to the characteristic signs and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/gene/cftr - Genetics
  7. Mucopolysaccharidosis type II 
    ... in a deep, hoarse voice. Narrowing of the airway causes frequent upper respiratory infections and short pauses ... progresses, individuals need medical assistance to keep their airway open.Many other organs and tissues are affected ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/.../condition/mucopolysaccharidosis-type-ii - Genetics
  8. Hereditary angioedema 
    ... swelling are the limbs, face, intestinal tract, and airway. Minor trauma or stress may trigger an attack, ... abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Swelling in the airway can restrict breathing and lead to life-threatening ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/hereditary-angioedema - Genetics
  9. Cystic fibrosis 
    ... that lubricates and protects the linings of the airways, digestive system, reproductive system, and other organs and ... and sticky. This abnormal mucus can clog the airways, leading to severe problems with breathing and bacterial ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/cystic-fibrosis - Genetics
  10. Nager syndrome 
    ... feeding problems in infants with Nager syndrome. The airway is usually partially blocked due to the micrognathia, ... Aleshi P, Cohen SE, Koltai PJ, Cheng AG. Airway management in Nager Syndrome. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/nager-syndrome - Genetics
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