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Pulmonary Medicine

Pulmonary Medicine is a medical specialty focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing diseases of the lungs and respiratory system. Specialists in this field care for conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, tuberculosis, sleep apnea, and interstitial lung diseases. They use tools like lung function tests, imaging studies, bronchoscopy, and sleep studies to evaluate breathing problems and determine effective treatments. Pulmonologists provide both acute and long-term care, helping patients manage symptoms, prevent complications, and improve overall lung function. Through medication, respiratory therapy, lifestyle guidance, and advanced interventions, Pulmonary Medicine plays a key role in supporting healthy and efficient breathing.

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FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

Pulmonologists treat asthma, COPD, pneumonia, tuberculosis, sleep apnea, interstitial lung disease, and respiratory allergies.

You should visit a pulmonologist if you have persistent cough, shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, chronic respiratory infections, or unexplained breathing difficulties.

Common tests include lung function tests (spirometry), chest X-rays, CT scans, bronchoscopy, sleep studies, and oxygen level assessments.

Not always. It can also be caused by heart problems, anxiety, obesity, or anemia. A pulmonologist can help identify the cause.

Yes. Avoiding smoking, reducing pollution exposure, exercising regularly, staying vaccinated, and managing allergies can significantly lower the risk of lung diseases.