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  1. Asthma

    Asthma is a common condition in which the airways of the lungs become irritated and inflamed, making it difficult to breathe.

C

  1. Cardiac sarcoidosis

    Cardiac sarcoidosis is a rare heart condition caused by an overreacting immune system. It can affect heart rhythm, blood flow and heart function. Learn more.

  2. Chronic lung infection

    Chronic lung infections are caused by viruses, bacteria or fungal organisms that affect the respiratory tract for a long time

  3. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

    Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a group of conditions that affect your breathing and quality of life. Learn how to effectively manage your symptoms.

  4. Congenital lung malformation

    Congenital lung malformation: Symptoms, causes and treatments

  5. Cystic fibrosis

    Cystic fibrosis is a serious genetic condition in which cells in certain parts of the body produce too much mucus.

F

  1. Fungal lung diseases

    Some fungi can affect the lungs and if left untreated can cause serious lung diseases, including severe cases of asthma. Learn more.

I

  1. Inherited cardiac conditions

    Inherited cardiac conditions are a group of genetic disorders that affect the heart and major vessels.

  2. Interstitial lung disease (ILD)

    Interstitial lung disease is a group of lung conditions that cause stiffening, inflammation and progressive scarring to the lung tissue.

P

  1. Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD)

    Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) is a rare disorder in which the airways of the lungs become infected due to abnormalities of the cilia.

R

  1. Respiratory failure

    Respiratory failure is characterised by abnormal levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood due to inadequate gas exchange in the lungs.

S

  1. Sarcoidosis

    Sarcoidosis is a rare inflammatory condition that develops when your immune system overreacts, causing areas of excessive inflammation to develop.