When Bad Tastes Good

Discovery of Taste Receptors in the Lungs Could Revolutionize Asthma Treatment

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The discovery of bitter taste receptors in the lungs could lead to more advanced treatment options for a variety of respiratory conditions, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and lung disease. To learn more about these conditions and others that may be impacted by the results of this study, please click on the links below.

Asthma
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Emphysema
Lung Disease

Asthma

Asthma (Adults): An in-depth patient education report about asthma in the adult population.
Asthma (Children): An in-depth patient education report about asthma in the child and adolescent population.
Asthma Calculator: Calculate your personal risk for asthma-related symptoms.

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): An in-depth patient education report about COPD in the general population.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): A medical encyclopedia article about COPD, including risk factors, symptoms and treatment options.

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Emphysema

Emphysema: An in-depth overview of emphysema, including symptoms, treatment options and a Medical Center patient success story.
Pulmonary Emphysema: A brief overview of pulmonary emphysema, symptoms, causes and diagnosis.

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Lung Disease

Lung Disease: A medical encyclopedia article about lung disease, including links to more information about specific conditions defined by this disease.

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