Coronavirus: symptoms, diagnosis and prevention
As coronavirus has been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organisation and is escalating in the UK, we've asked one of London's top respiratory physicians Dr Syed Hussain, who is on the frontline of managing patients with coronavirus, for his expert advice on recognising symptoms of coronavirus, how it's diagnosed and most importantly, how coronavirus can be prevented and how we can stop spreading it and infecting others.
Asthma symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Asthma is an inflammation of the lungs that causes the airway flow to become strained. The result of this is a difficulty in breathing (it has been compared to trying to breathe through a straw) and this can be worrying or in some cases, life-threatening. Fortunately, there are various treatments that exist. Learn the key facts about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment in this article.
FAQs on coronavirus (COVID-19)
It’s difficult not to be bombarded with information about the coronavirus (COVID-19) breakout wherever you turn and to know whether these sources are reliable or not. We were fortunate enough to ask Dr Anne Mier, one of London’s leading doctors in respiratory and general medicine about the symptoms of coronavirus, who is most likely at risk and the sensible steps that you should follow to minimise chances of catching the virus.
Taking precautions against the coronavirus (COVID-19)
Dr Amit Patel, a leading consultant in pulmonology and respiratory medicine, clarifies what we currently know about the coronavirus Covid-19 as of the 4th of March 2020. This includes how it spreads, why people are being asked to self-isolate and the factor of age with the virus. He also shares with you advice from medical professionals and reliable and frequently updated information sources.
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Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie
Coronaviruses are a group of viruses that cause a range of illnesses, from the common cold to more severe respiratory illnesses such as pneumonia, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and most recently COVID-19 (2019-nCoV) which originated in Wuhan, Hubei province in China and is currently affecting populations around the world. Whilst we still do not have a cure or vaccine for COVID-19, there are steps to help prevent catching and spreading it.
What do different types of coughs indicate?
Coughing is usually short-lived and tends to disappear after a few weeks. There are many factors that may cause a cough, from inflammation, scarring to cancer. Here, one of our top physicians in respiratory medicine explains different types of coughs and their accompanying symptoms.
The challenges of diagnosing asthma
Asthma is a chronic disease of the airways that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways, causing symptoms such as tightness in the chest, breathlessness and wheezing. Unfortunately, it’s a condition that often goes misdiagnosed or undiagnosed. Pulmonologist Dr Edward Nash talks about the different tests used to diagnose asthma and the challenges faced when making a diagnosis.
Diagnosing flu at home: are we nearly there?
We've all had the dreaded flu virus before - fever, muscle aches and feelings of exhaustion! We asked one of our experts in respiratory and general medicine Dr Ben Marshall if home testing kits could one day be a reality for influenza and whether it could work as a preventative for the illness.
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Respiratory tract infections: when to see a doctor
In the winter months, pneumonia and ‘flu are some of the most common reasons to be admitted into hospital. It’s important for all patients to recognise the signs and know when to get medical advice – so this article by consultant respiratory specialist Dr Ben Marshall provides a brief guide.
When should I visit a cough specialist?
Most people with a chronic cough will visit their GP for advice and treatment. But evidence suggests that a visit to a cough specialist is much more likely to result in correct diagnosis and effective treatment. So what does a cough specialist do, how do they diagnose your cough, and when should you visit one? We asked Dr Sundeep Kaul, leading expert in both respiratory medicine and critical care.
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