Respiratory muscle strength decreases with age and can impair effective cough, which is important for airway clearance. The lung matures by age 20–25 years, and thereafter aging is associated with progressive decline in lung function.
Moreover, what are the effects of the respiratory system?
Your respiratory system is the network of organs and tissues that help you breathe. This system helps your body absorb oxygen from the air so your organs can work. It also cleans waste gases, such as carbon dioxide, from your blood. Common problems include allergies, diseases or infections.
Your lungs mature by the time you are about 20-25 years old. After about the age of 35, it is normal for your lung function to decline gradually as you age. This can make breathing slightly more difficult as you get older.
Also question is, which respiratory symptoms are common in older patients?
The most commonly reported pulmonary symptoms in the elderly include dyspnea, cough, and decreased exercise tolerance. These symptoms can be caused by a variety of pulmonary, as well as non-pulmonary, conditions. Cough with sputum is reported by up to 27% of elderly patients and is associated with increased mortality.