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Pulmonology

The Department of Pulmonology at the Citizens Specialty Hospital offers advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities for lung diseases and related disorders. In addition, the department provides excellent patient care services in Asthma and Allergy, Clinical Pulmonology, Pulmonary Function Testing, Interventional Pulmonology, and the Sleep Disorders Unit. The respiratory care team at the department is comprised of experienced pulmonologists, clinical and support staff, physiotherapists, respiratory technicians, and patient counselors. Pulmonologists at Citizens Specialty Hospital work in collaboration with highly specialized medical and surgical experts to provide holistic care for people of all ages.

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Procedures to Treat You Better

Intercostal Tube Drainage

Negative pressure in the pleural space is vital for healthy respiration. The negative pressure is disturbed by fluid or air accumulation in the pleural space. It results in reduced compression and...

Indwelling Pleural Catheter Insertion

The surgeons recommend Indwelling Pleural Catheter (IPC) insertion in patients with pleural effusions. The most common cause of pleural effusion that requires IPC insertion is malignancy-induced...

Ultrasound Guided Aspirations

Pleural aspiration is a procedure that involves the insertion of a needle into the pleural space to obtain the fluid or tissue sample. The procedure is usually performed under imaging guidance...

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What are the various respiratory diseases?

Some of the common respiratory diseases are:

  • Asthma: It is a chronic inflammatory condition that results in breathing problems due to the narrowing of the airway or blockage due to the accumulation of mucus.
  • Chronic obstructive lung disease: It comprises two primary types of lung diseases, i.e., chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
  • Cystic fibrosis: It is a genetic condition that involves the formation of thick mucus. The thick mucus causes digestive and breathing problems.
  • Bronchitis: This condition involves inflammation of the windpipe. The patients may have acute or chronic bronchitis.
  • Tuberculosis: It is a bacterial disease that affects the lungs. Patients with this condition experience chronic coughs and night sweats.
  • Emphysema: It is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in which the alveoli lose their elasticity.
  • Pneumonia: This condition is caused by bacteria, viruses, or other pathogenic organisms. The alveoli of the patient are filled with pus or fluid.
  • Lung cancer: It involves uncontrolled cell growth and division in the lungs. Lung cancer may be primary (originates within the lungs) or metastatic (spreads from another organ to the lungs).

What are the common symptoms of respiratory diseases?

Some of the common symptoms of respiratory diseases are:

  • Acute or chronic cough
  • Shortness of breath
  • Blood in cough
  • Chest pain
  • Chest congestion
  • Fatigue and night sweats
  • Soreness and inflammation in the throat
  • Body ache
  • Finger and toe swelling

How can a person prevent respiratory diseases?

The measures that can help in preventing respiratory disease are:

  • Exercise regularly to improve lung efficiency
  • Avoid smoking
  • Use air purifiers
  • Switch on the exhaust fan while cooking in the kitchen
  • Minimize the use of deodorants and room fresheners
  • Avoid exposure to toxic chemical substances
  • Prefer to wear a mask while going outside
  • Cover your mouth while coughing or sneezing to avoid the spread of infection