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What are the early life risks to children's lungs?

… grow properly in the womb? Are premature babies more at risk of developing lung problems? How can a low birth weight … grow properly in the womb? Are premature babies more at risk of developing lung problems? How can a low birth weight … is called pulmonary agenesis. Are premature babies more at risk of developing lung problems? Babies born prematurely …

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How does air pollution affect children's lungs?

… because they’re normally closer to the ground or at face level with car exhausts and cigarettes – whether that’s …

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Protecting your child's lungs

… are things you can do to protect your child’s lungs. Avoid air pollution We know air pollution can harm your child’s lungs. You can reduce the … for your child. Children under five who can walk should be active for at least three hours a day . Children aged 5-18 …

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How is bronchiectasis treated?

… treated? On this page Airway clearance Medicines for bronchiectasis Ways to help your child with … clear mucus from the airways. A physiotherapist will show you and your child how to do this. They might recommend: … boy needs a bit more coaxing. He got a bit upset at first, especially if he’s having physio in hospital. But it doesn’t …

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Treatment for pulmonary fibrosis

… you to a dietician, who can give you tailor-made advice, especially if you are losing weight. Try techniques and …

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Hypersensitivity pneumonitis

… your lungs develop an immune response – hypersensitivity - to something you breathe in which results in inflammation of the lung tissue - pneumonitis. It used to be called extrinsic allergic alveolitis (EAA). One example … fibrosis, but it can cause symptoms that get worse over time and become hard to treat. If a specific cause is …

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Occupational interstitial lung diseases

… . Leave this field blank Page last reviewed: 1 June 2022 Next review due: 1 June 2025 … This page is about …

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Connective tissue and autoimmune diseases

… stopping is very important for your lung condition and overall health. Your GP can refer you to free help to stop …

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Drug-induced interstitial lung disease

… Some of the more common medication types that are known to carry the risk of pulmonary fibrosis include certain: … cancer chemotherapy drugs biological agents used to treat cancer or immune disorders. There are many other … fibrosis can come on suddenly or develop more slowly over time. What’s the treatment for drug-induced interstitial lung …