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A man struggling with sleep apnoea
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Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

Sleep apnoea: what is it and how can it affect you?

Sleep apnoea is a widespread yet often misunderstood condition that can greatly affect your health, sleep quality, and overall well-being. Characterised by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep, sleep apnoea affects millions of people worldwide. These interruptions can lead to disturbed sleep and, if left untreated, may contribute to various long-term health complications. We speak to an esteemed consultant respiratory physician who explores what sleep apnoea is, why it occurs, how it can impact you, and what treatment options are available.

A young woman stands in a field and breathes deeply, tilting her head back
Dr Ahmed Elghamaz

Dr Ahmed Elghamaz
04.10.24
Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

When you can't catch your breath: all about shortness of breath

Shortness of breath, also known as dyspnoea, feels as though not enough air is getting into the lungs. It can be incidental or The chest will be tense, and breathing will be shallow, requiring effort to inhale and exhale. There are several reasons as to why someone may be struggling with shortness of breath, ranging from psychological to internal issues of the cardiopulmonary system.

A pulse oximeter
Dr Bhashkar Mukherjee

Dr Bhashkar Mukherjee
02.10.24
Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

Let's get physical with cardio and pulmonary exercise testing

The heart and the lungs have a close relationship that’s not just based on location. Lungs disperse oxygen into the blood, and the heart makes sure that the blood travels around the body, depositing oxygen to all the organs and limbs. When something goes wrong with one, the other may not be too far behind, which is why they can be evaluated conjunctively with cardio and pulmonary exercise testing.

Girl who is experiencing breathlessness
Dr Bhashkar Mukherjee

Dr Bhashkar Mukherjee
10.09.24
Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

Distinguishing between the respiratory and cardiac causes of breathlessness

Breathlessness, or shortness of breath, is a common symptom experienced by many people and can be caused by various underlying conditions. It is often linked to either respiratory or cardiac issues, both of which impact the body's ability to effectively transport oxygen. Understanding the differences between respiratory and cardiac causes of breathlessness is essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Here to provide a detailed insight is leading consultant physician in respiratory and general (internal) medicine Dr Bhashkar Mukherjee.

A Ventolin inhaler for asthma.
Dr Syed Shah

Dr Syed Shah
10.09.24
Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

Your guide to asthma: Key symptoms, diagnosis, and management

Asthma is a common chronic respiratory condition that affects millions of people, making it difficult to breathe due to inflammation and narrowing of the airways. While there is no cure for asthma, it can be effectively managed with proper treatment and preventive measures. Here, Dr Syed Shah, renowned consultant respiratory physician, provides an in-depth look at asthma, discussing its symptoms, diagnosis, management options, as well as strategies to help prevent asthma attacks.

Model of lungs, which are assessed during a lung cancer screening
Dr Anjani Prasad

Dr Anjani Prasad
22.07.24
Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

The importance of having a lung cancer screening

Lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Early detection through screening can significantly improve the chances of successful treatment and survival. Here, leading consultant in respiratory and general medicine Dr Anjani Prasad talks about the importance of lung cancer screening, who should consider it, and what the screening process involves.

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