Question

Select and rewrite appropriate disorder of respiratory system with the given symptoms : [ sinusitis, emphysema, silicosis and asbestosis, laryngitis ]

Hint:

Look for keywords: Alveoli damage points to emphysema. "-itis" means inflammation, so inflammation of the sinuses is sinusitis, and inflammation of the larynx is laryngitis. Fibrosis (scarring) in the lungs is characteristic of occupational diseases like silicosis and asbestosis.

Answer 1

Below is a list of some common respiratory conditions along with their symptoms:

1. Breakdown of alveoli, shortness of breath. $\rightarrow$ Emphysema
2. Inflammation of the sinuses, mucous discharge. $\rightarrow$ Sinusitis
3. Inflammation of larynx, vocal cord, sore throat, hoarseness of voice, mucous build up, and cough. $\rightarrow$ Laryngitis
4. Inflammation of fibrosis, lung damage. $\rightarrow$ Silicosis and Asbestosis