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Deutsch: Lunge / Español: Pulmones / Português: Pulmão humano / Français: Poumon / Italiano: Polmone
The lung is the essential respiration organ in many air-breathing animals, including most tetrapods, a few fish and a few snails. In mammals and the more complex life forms, the two lungs are located near the backbone on either side of the heart. Their principal function is to transport oxygen from the atmosphere into the bloodstream, and to release carbon dioxide from the bloodstream into the atmosphere.
Deutsch: Lungenentzündung / Español: Inflamación pulmonar / Português: Inflamação pulmonar / Français: Inflammation pulmonaire / Italiano: Infiammazione polmonare
Lung inflammation refers to the pathological response of lung tissue to harmful stimuli, including environmental pollutants, pathogens, or allergens. It plays a critical role in respiratory diseases, particularly those linked to air quality and occupational exposures. While often associated with infections, lung inflammation can also arise from chronic exposure to airborne contaminants, making it a key concern in environmental health.