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M.D - Respiratory Medicine, DTCD, MBBS B...read more
Pulmonologist•Hyderabad
The respiratory system, through which air enters the body, is prone to disorders, and most of them are infections. Micro-organisms thrive in the air around us and can gain easy access to the system through the air that we inhale. Therefore, respiratory issues are very common, but also not always a cause for concern. Most respiratory disorders would have common symptoms including coughing, chest pain, sputum production with varying features, shortness of breath, wheezing, etc.
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Scars on the lung tissue cause it to thicken and lose the elasticity found in healthy lungs. Like scars on the skin, lung scars are permanent. Small scars may not cause noticeable symptoms, but excessive scarring makes it difficult for the lungs to transfer oxygen into the bloodstream. Let's have a detailed discussion to ensure proper treatment.
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Lungs are self-cleaning organs that will begin to heal themselves once they are no longer exposed to pollutants. ... Regular exercise is part of a healthy lifestyle, even if you have chronic lung disease
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I think now you are suffering from bronchitis,which you need to quit smoking.and better consult with doctor and start treatment before it's too late.
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Minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery, also identified as laparoscopic surgery or hand-assisted laparoscopic surgery (HALS), deals with minimally invasive methods where only one small keyhole incision is made in the abdomen in order to treat diseases originating from the gastrointestinal tract. This is, however, in contrast to traditional modes of open surgery, which generally work on the colon or on other parts of the intestine. These keyhole incisions are only about 5mm to 10mm in size a...more
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Asthma is a condition characterized by inflammation of the airways which impairs the circulation of air from the lungs. The inflamed airways are very susceptible to various allergens thus increasing your risk of allergies. It also causes a hissing sound while breathing, breathing complications and coughing.
Homeopathic remedies are effective in treating asthma as they do not have any side effects. These treatments assist in maintaining the balance of the immune system.
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Homeopathic remedies are effective in treating asthma as they do not have any side effects. These treatments assist in maintaining the balance of the immune system.
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Bronchial asthma is a medical condition. It happens when the airways of your lungs swell up and become narrow. This limits the amount of air that can pass through the passages and this leads to respiratory distress. Asthma can affect anyone and usually, it starts from childhood.
What are the Symptoms of Bronchial Asthma?
Some common symptoms of bronchial asthma are-
Wheezing and breathlessness
Tightness of the chest
Frequent bouts of coughing which are more co...more
What are the Symptoms of Bronchial Asthma?
Some common symptoms of bronchial asthma are-
Wheezing and breathlessness
Tightness of the chest
Frequent bouts of coughing which are more co...more
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