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Dr. Livia A. Veress, MD is a pediatric pulmonologist in Aurora, CO specializing in pediatric pulmonology and pediatric critical care. She graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans in 2002 and has 22 years of experience. Dr. Livia A. Veress, MD is affiliated with Children's Hospital Colorado and CU Medicine.
13123 East 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045
1400 Jackson Street
Denver, CO 80206
Lung Issues
Every cell in the body requires oxygen to function and produces carbon dioxide as a waste product. In order to keep the body's tissues constantly supplied with fresh oxygen and to keep waste from building up, the lungs pump air in and out, even while sleeping or unaware. Unfortunately, diseases and disorders affecting the lungs are some of the most common medical problems afflicting people around the world. Some of the most common lung problems include asthma, COPD, pneumonia, and lung cancer.
Asthma is a chronic disease where swollen, inflamed airways make it hard to breathe. It is often brought on by specific triggers. While asthma is a common condition, affecting millions of people, it can also be serious and even fatal in severe cases. Treatment involves avoiding triggers and using inhaled corticosteroid medications.
COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is the name given to two illnesses that both cause difficulty breathing: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In emphysema, the air sacs of the lungs become damaged, while with bronchitis they become clogged with mucus. COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. It is almost always caused by breathing irritants into the lungs, such as smoking or heavy pollution.
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, a virus, or fungi. Most healthy people recover from pneumonia in a week or two, but for some people pneumonia can be fatal. There are treatments available for pneumonia, but the best treatment is to prevent getting sick in the first place. People who are at risk should make sure they get a flu shot every year. There is also a vaccine available for the type of bacteria that causes pneumonia.
Lung cancer occurs when abnormal cells inside the lung grow into a tumor, destroying healthy tissue. Because it is so difficult to detect lung cancer in early stages when it has few symptoms, it is the deadliest form of cancer, responsible for the most cancer deaths both in the U.S. and worldwide. Most lung cancer is caused by exposure to tobacco smoke, but between 10-15% of cases are not linked to smoking.
Some problems with the lungs are minor and are not cause for concern. However if symptoms have lasted for a month or more, even if they are minor, it is worth checking with a healthcare professional. A cough, shortness of breath, or excess mucus production that lingers for weeks are all worth getting looked at.
Dr. Livia A. Veress, MD graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans in 2002. She completed residency at Program Louisiana State University Program. She has a state license in Colorado.
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (2002)
Residency: Program Louisiana State University Program (2006)
Licensed In: Colorado
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Dr. Livia Veress' areas of specialization are pediatric pulmonology and pediatric critical care; she sees patients in Aurora, CO and Denver, CO. She speaks Hungarian. Areas of particular interest for Dr. Veress include pulmonary embolism, pulmonary fibrosis, and pulmonary hypertension. Dr. Veress's professional affiliations include Children's Hospital Colorado and CU Medicine. Dr. Veress studied medicine at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. Her distinctions include: Travel Award 2009 - Countermeasures Against Chemical Threats; Travel Award 2010 - Countermeasures Against Chemical Threats; and Young Faculty Awards 2010 - Children's Environmental Health Center.