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Sunday, October, 25, 2009

Respiratory Symptoms

Zocor may help save lives in the fight against bird flu

October 02, 2008
Early research suggests that simvastatin (Zocor) may help fight the life-threatening respiratory symptoms caused by the avian flu. In a study on mice, University of Chicago researchers found Zocor relieved the leaking of fluid into the lungs--a symptom associated with bird-flu deaths. Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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Exercise Induced Asthma Often Goes Undiagnosed
By Kathi MacNaughton , Health Expert

...culprit. However, researchers stressed that having respiratory symptoms alone is not enough... Read more »

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Asthma Risk and Acetaminophen: Mounting Evidence
By James Thompson, MD , Health Expert

...(AAAI) -- "Prenatal exposure to acetaminophen and respiratory symptoms in the first year of... Read more »

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Michael Bloomberg and Bill Gates to Fund Global Tobacco Control Plan
By Carol Southard , Health Expert

...continuing smokers. Smoke-free policies decrease respiratory symptoms in workers. Smoke-free... Read more »

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LIve from the GI Conference: Reflux Update
By Jan Gambino , Health Expert

...Further, there is often excellent improvement in respiratory symptoms as well as a reduction in... Read more »

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Grass Pollen Season: Some Common Misconceptions
By James Thompson, MD , Health Expert

...popular in the 1800's when it was noted that upper respiratory symptoms were associated with a... Read more »

Health Guide

Respiratory alkalosis
Alkalosis - respiratory Symptoms The symptoms may include light-headedness, dizziness, and numbness of the hands and feet. Signs and tests ... Read more »
Finding the Right Acid Reflux (GERD) Medication for Your Baby
...and their families often don't realize that asthma can be deadly. Children with acid reflux who have respiratory symptoms may need more aggressive treatment to prevent lung damage or apnea. When... Read more »
Respiratory acidosis
Ventilatory failure; Respiratory failure; Acidosis - respiratory Symptoms Symptoms may include shortness of breath, easy fatigue, chronic cough, or wheezing. ... Read more »
CDC Expert Answers Questions About the Flu and Flu Vaccine
...If your child develops a fever (100°F or higher under the arm, 101°F orally, or 102°F rectally), respiratory symptoms, or is less responsive than normal, contact your child's doctor.  What is... Read more »
Parainfluenza
...infection. Cold-like symptoms consisting of a runny nose and mild cough are common. Life-threatening respiratory symptoms can be seen in young infants with bronchiolitis. For detailed symptoms see... Read more »

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