Respiratory Disorders

OHSU Health: Respiratory Disorders - Overview, symptom and treatment information plus basic anatomy.
http://www.ohsu.edu/health/health-topics/topic.cfm?id=9249&parent=12344

eMedicine: Hiccups - Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of hiccups.
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/14049-1.asp

The Canadian Lung Association - Information on a variety of conditions, including asthma, sleep apnea and tuberculosis, plus a drug information search. Includes information about the respiratory system, and a kid's corner.
http://www.lung.ca/

CaringBridge for Jim Tench - A place to keep friends and family updated about Jim Tench's ongoing battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), and his double lung transplant that it has necessitated.
http://www.caringbridge.com/visit/jimtench

Huff and Puff Victoria - Provides details of various support groups. Includes a directory of links for specific conditions, plus information on exercising and using medications.
http://home.vicnet.net.au/~huffpuff/

LAM Foundation - A non-profit organization devoted to finding a cure for Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) by providing support, education, information and funding scientific research.
http://lam.uc.edu/

eMedicine Health: Smoke Inhalation - Consumer health resource center providing information on the symptoms and treatment.
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/6413-1.asp

Living With Respiratory Disease - A discussion group for those affected by respiratory conditions. [Registration required.]
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Living_With_Respiratory_Disease/

eMedicine Health - Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of lung collapse.
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/13681-1.asp

Revolution Health : Lung - Find lung information, covering symptoms, causes, risks, treatments and types. Discuss lung issues with others in forums, blogs, personal stories and recommendations.
http://www.revolutionhealth.com/conditions/lung/

MedicineNet: FocusOn Lungs - Offers topics covering a variety of disorders, including procedures and tests, alongside news and a discussion boards.
http://www.medicinenet.com/lungs/focus.htm

Respiratory Medicine - Includes information on asthma, copd, cystic fibrosis, telemedicine, spirometry, scientific publications, meetings and pulmonary medicine.
http://users.telenet.be/spirometrie/

Cerebral Hypoxia - Information page compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/anoxia/anoxia.htm

RXinsider: Cough - Basic information for patients.
http://rxinsider.com/monographs/cough.htm

American Lung Association - Provides information on various conditions, research and statistics, plus programs and events.
http://www.lungusa.org/

eMedicine Health: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning - Consumer health resource center providing information on the dangers and symptoms of CO poisoning. From eMedicine Health.
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/carbon_monoxide_poisoning/article_em.htm

RadiologyInfo: Chest Radiography - Information for patients concerning chest xrays.
http://www.radiologyinfo.org/en/info.cfm?pg=chestrad

TrachyVentList - Group for people living with a tracheostomy and or ventilator, their families, friends and carers. Information on how to join plus profiles of members.
http://www.tuftysue.cwc.net/TrachyVentList.html

Medco Health - Research respiratory conditions or browse detailed drug information related to respiratory conditions. Features include interactive tools and related news.
http://www.medcohealth.com/medco/consumer/ehealth/topics.jsp?topicID=Respiratory+Health&ltSess=y

Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis - Nonprofit partnership organization advocating on behalf of pulmonary fibrosis patients nationwide.
http://www.coalitionforpf.org

Pulmonology Channel - Resources on diagnosis and treatment of a variety of pulmonary conditions. Includes a forum and video presentations. [Real Player required.]
http://www.pulmonologychannel.com/

Bronchiectasis R Us - Offers facts including how is it diagnosed, living with it, physiotherapy techniques and devices, and forums available to meet other people with this disorder.
http://www.bronchiectasis.info

Vocal Cord Dysfunction - General information on this condition.
http://cantbreathesuspectvcd.com/

How Stuff Works: Lungs - Illustrated description of how we breathe, plus information about various disorders.
http://www.howstuffworks.com/lung.htm

Drkoop.com: Respiratory - News articles, grouped by condition.
http://www.drkoop.com/template.asp?page=channel&ap=93&cid=1056&subcid=1345

AOL Body - Respiratory Health - Learn about the signs, symptoms and treatments for all the major types of respiratory health issues. Plus, get tips to lower your risk factors.
http://body.aol.com/condition-center/respiratory-health

Lungs OnLine - Learn about a variety of lung diseases and conditions as well as diagnostic testing information.
http://www.lungsonline.com

Irish Lung Fibrosis Association - General information about lung fibrosis. Find practical help, scientific resources and case histories.
http://www.ilfa.ie/

LAM Trust of New Zealand - Provides support and information about lymphangioleiomyomatosis. Includes facts, lecture notes and events.
http://www.lam.org.nz/

InterMune, Inc. - Read about INSPIRE, a comprehensive clinical trial in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). Information for patients, physicians and investors.
http://www.inspiretrial.com

LAM Action - Provides information and support for those with lymphangioleiomyomatosis. Includes fact sheet and patient organisation information.
http://www.lamaction.org/

No Air To Go - Provides information concerning Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and Sarcoidosis, including diagnosis and treatment. Includes a glossary, links and a chatroom.
http://noairtogo.tripod.com/

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis - Provides information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
http://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/ipf.htm

Pulmonary PAP - Discussion group for people with pulmonary alveolar proteinosis. Scheduled weekly chat sessions. [Membership required.]
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/pulmonarypap/

NTMinfo.com - Offers information about nontuberculous mycobacteria, including symptoms, tests and treatments.
http://ntminfo.org/