lungs
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When inhaled, these microscopic particles can enter the lungs and bloodstream, potentially causing swelling and inflammation.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026
The request was for retatrutide, and it stated that the patient experienced obstructive sleep apnea and pulmonary hypertension—essentially high blood pressure in the lungs, which is no joke and can lead to heart failure.
From Slate • Jun. 23, 2026
He had already lost a heifer with weak lungs and feared future reproductive problems.
From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026
Others required the use of crutches, wheelchairs and, in the most extreme cases, artificial breathing machines known as iron lungs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026
She moved next to the burrow’s door, took a deep breath, and let out a bone-chilling scream at the top of her lungs.
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
