Sissehingamisega

Sissehingamisega is the Estonian phrase meaning “by inhalation” or “with inhalation.” It is formed from the noun sissehingamine (inhalation) together with the instrumental suffix -ga and is used to indicate the manner in which an action is performed. In Estonian grammar, it functions as an instrument or means adverbial modifier that can accompany verbs describing actions such as administration, exposure, or measurement.

In medical contexts, sissehingamisega refers to the route of administration for substances delivered through the respiratory tract. Inhalation therapies use devices such as inhalers, nebulizers, or metered‑dose inhalers to deliver drugs directly to the lungs. Inhalation can provide rapid onset and targeted lung exposure, while reducing systemic side effects. Successful use depends on correct technique and device familiarity, and it may cause local irritation, coughing, or other airway effects in some patients.

In toxicology and occupational health, the term is used to describe exposure by inhalation to airborne contaminants, including gases, vapors, or aerosols. Risk assessment and monitoring distinguish inhalation exposure from other routes such as dermal or oral, informing protective measures and regulatory limits.

Sissehingamisega thus also illustrates Estonian morphology, showing how instrumentals convey means and method. The term appears across medical, scientific, and everyday language when describing breathing-related actions, routes of administration, or exposures involving the respiratory system.