Pulmonology
Pulmonology is a specialization to treat conditions related to the lungs. A pulmonologist treats and diagnoses respiratory illnesses. They are also referred as lung doctors, lung specialists or doctors for chest and respiratory disorders.
Pulmonologists diagnose and treat a variety of illnesses, including :
- Asthma
- Chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD)
- Emphysema
- Lung cancer
- Pneumonia
- COVID
- Interstitial and occupational lung diseases
- Tuberculosis
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Cystic fibrosis
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Sleep related breathing disorders
The most common symptoms indicating that you might need to see pulmonologist are :
- Trouble breathing
- Shortness of breath
- Feeling like you’re not getting enough air
- A cough that won’t go away
- Coughing up blood or mucus
- Pain or discomfort when breathing in or out
- Decreased ability to exercise
- Wheezing
- Loud Snoring
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