LOC81691
Chronic Respiratory Disease: Loc81691
Description
Chronic respiratory disease (CRD) is a general term encompassing various conditions that affect the lungs and airway and cause difficulty breathing. Loc81691 is one such respiratory disorder characterized by chronic inflammation and narrowing of the small airways (bronchioles), leading to airflow obstruction.
This condition, also known as chronic obstructive bronchiolitis (COB), is usually a sequel to severe bronchiolitis, a lung infection in infants. However, it can also develop after other respiratory infections or from prolonged exposure to environmental irritants, such as tobacco smoke or air pollution.
Associated Diseases
CRD, including loc81691, is often associated with other respiratory conditions, including:
- Asthma
- Chronic bronchitis
- Emphysema
- Bronchiectasis
These conditions share similar symptoms, such as shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing, and can coexist.
Did you Know ?
In the United States, approximately 15 million people are diagnosed with loc81691, with higher prevalence among adults over 50 and those with a history of smoking or exposure to secondhand smoke.
