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Lungs and breathing
The lungs are the organ that exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide with the blood. Breathing is the act of moving air into the lungs to perform this exchange.
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Is there an alternative medication to open up the lungs and assist with breathing besides puffers and prednisone?
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