Question 1

How do I know if my lungs are damaged?

Accepted Answer

Breathlesness,coughing,weezing,fatigue etc

Question 2

What is the first sign of hypoxia?

Accepted Answer

Change in color of your skin ranging from blue to red

Question 3

What causes difficulty in breathing?

Accepted Answer

Any lung disorders or cardiovascular disorders,or infections like flu or cold can cause difficulty in breathing

Question 4

How does alcohol affect the brain?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol has a profound effect on the complex structures of the brain. It blocks chemical signals between brain cells (called neurons), leading to the common immediate symptoms of intoxication, including impulsive behavior, slurred speech, poor memory, and slowed reflexes.
 Fore brain -assaults motor co ordination and desicion making.
 Mid brain - lose control over emotions 
 Brain stem -affects heart rate ,body temperature,appetite and consciousness .

Question 5

Why does my chest feel heavy?

Accepted Answer

It could be because of various reasons like anxiety, GERD, Muscle strain or Heart diseases

Question 6

What are the 4 stages of congestive heart failure?

Accepted Answer

Stage 1-Ordinary physical activity does not cause dyspnea ,fatigue and palpitations .
 Stage 2-comfortable at rest but ordinary physical activity cause dyspnea ,fatigue and palpitations .
 stage 3-comfortable at rest ,less than ordinary physical activity cause dyspnea ,fatigue and palpitations .
 Stage 4-uncomfortable at rest ,unable to carry out any physical activity without discomfort .

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How do I know if my lungs are damaged?

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