Respiratory tract

The effectiveness of these biologic products has been demonstrated in a variety of inflammatory disorders including antibiotic-associated diarrhea, travelers` diarrhea, infections of upper respiratory tract, atopic eczema and ulcerative colitis [18]. Various mechanisms of action have been proposed for probiotics, of which modulation of immune system via intestinal mucosa is experimentally verified. This mechanism is shown to involve activation of…

Gastrointestinal Tract This essay will be reviewing the gastrointestinal tract (GI tract), looking at the components and their functions. It will explore how the system works, how it can be assessed by a clinician and the ethical and practical issues related to when assessing the GI tract. In relation to this, I will also be analysing how the endocrine system and autonomic system correlate to the gastrointestinal tract. How it functions Marieb (2016) states that the gastrointestinal tract…

Cystic Fibrosis Presentation Cystic fibrosis is genetic disorder. It is an inherited disorder that can result in a severe damage to the respiratory and digestive systems. This disorder can affect the lungs, pancreas, intestines, liver and even the sex organs. Cystic fibrosis builds up a thick and sticky mucus in the lungs and other respiratory and digestive organs in our body. For an infant to be at risk of developing Cystic Fibrosis, both parents must pass on the abnormal gene to the infant.…

Glomus tumors are usually the benign tumor of glomus cells with immunocytochemical and structural features of smooth muscle cells [1]. The majority of cases of glomus tumor are benign but rarely they demonstrate malignant features both clinically and histologically (aka glomangiosarcoma) [2]. Glomangiosarcoma in extracutaneous sites is uncommon but few cases have been reported. Glomangiosarcoma of the heart is extremely rare due to rarity or near absence of glomus bodies in the myocardium. We…

Because there are many antigens that enter the body through the gastrointestinal tract, there must be a method by which the immune system is suppressed in order to prevent potentially harmful immune responses resulting from encountering these antigens. It is thought that intraepithelial lymphocytes (IELs) regulate innate and adaptive immune responses, and because there is one IEL per ten intestinal epithelial cells, suppression of the immune system occurs frequently in the gut – in particular,…

What is one of the leading causes of death in children under the age of five? Drowning? SIDS? Although these are both great answers I’m actually referring to Pneumonia which accounts for 15% of all deaths in children under 5 years old. Pneumonia actually claimed the lives of an estimated 922,000 children in 2015. Pneumonia is an inflammatory condition of the lungs which primarily affects the microscopic air sacs known as the alveoli. The condition will inflame the air sacs in the lungs and…

can lead to hypoxia and acidosis. The gastrointestinal system is affected when the pancreatic ducts are blocked by thick secretions. Consequently, the pancreatic enzymes do not reach the duodenum. If this enzymes are not present in the digestive tract there is an impairment of the absorptions of nutrients and proteins but essentially fats. Pseudomonas aeruginosa is one of the most common pathogens that affect children with CF and can cause pulmonary exacerbation. The complications develop when…

the wire onto an open flame of the bunsen burner, record the findings. If necessary, repeat any of the previous tests to confirm the solution that is chosen as the correct form. Safety Ethanol Colorless, clear liquid Causes: eye irritation respiratory tract infection, moderate skin irritation Flammability:Yes Molecular weight: 46.0414 g/mole Boiling Point: 78C Melting Point: -114.1C Solubility:…

Influenza, Adult Influenza, more commonly known as “the flu,” is a viral infection that primarily affects the respiratory tract. The respiratory tract includes organs that help you breathe, such as the lungs, nose, and throat. The flu causes many common cold symptoms, as well as a high fever and body aches. The flu easily spreads from person to person (it is contagious). Getting a yearly (annual) influenza vaccination, more commonly known as a flu shot, is the best way to prevent the flu.…

harmful, your exposure to them is important to know. Hydrochloric acid is highly corrosive and is irritant to both skin and eyes. It also damages kidneys and liver. Hypochlorite Bleach is also corrosive .It irritates or burns eyes, skin and respiratory tract. It may cause pulmonary edema, vomiting or coma if ingested. Contact with other chemicals may cause chlorine fumes which may be…