Top definition. wake up and smell the coffee. to become aware and take action before it's too late. Our party keeps losing the presidential election. Wake up and smell the coffee. #wake up and smell the java#wake up and smell the shit#hello#wake up#get your act together. by Light Joker October 12, 2006.
Tuberculosis Tuberculosis usually infects the lungs, causing a bad cough with blood, chest pain, fever, chills, and fatigue. Lung cancer (non small cell) Non-small cell lung cancer is the most common type of lung cancer and can cause a cough, chest pain, and more.
Causes of Lung Injuries. There are two main types of lung injuries: direct and indirect. Direct lung injuries are caused by infections, chemicals, and trauma that directly affect the lung, including: 1  Pneumonia, a severe lung infection. 2  Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), a type of pneumonia. 3  Pulmonary aspiration, the inhalation of vomit or salt water, such as from a near drowning.