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Dr Grace Robinson

By Dr Grace Robinson
11.04.23
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine

Frequently asked questions about lung diseases

In terms of frequently occurring lung diseases, viral infections that cause a cough and a runny nose for a few days are extremely common. Viral infections can make you feel generally unwell for a few days. In this article, leading specialist in pulmonology and respiratory medicine Dr Grace Robinson answers frequently asked questions about lung diseases.

Dr Pierluigi Struzzo

By Dr Pierluigi Struzzo
03.04.23
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine

Frequently asked questions about asthma

There are a few risk factors for asthma. A family history of allergy or asthma is very important to predict the presence of asthma in children. An important trigger for asthma is frequent sneezing. At times it can be difficult to diagnose asthma. For some sufferers, it may develop in springtime, while walking on the grass, with shortness of breath, cough, and chest tightness, along with with a feeling of not being able to breath.

Dr Bryan Sheinman

By Dr Bryan Sheinman
09.03.23
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine

What are the causes of persistent cough?

Persistent cough is defined as a cough that lasts for over 8 weeks. In his latest article, Consultant Chest Physician Dr Bryan Sheinman shares his expert insight into this condition. He was a founder member of the British Thoracic Society Specialist Advisory Group, on Persistent Cough. He explains the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for persistent cough.

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Dr Amit Patel

By Dr Amit Patel
22.02.23
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine

Ask a respiratory physician: What are the effects of long COVID?

Most people who have COVID-19 will make a full recovery within three months of contracting the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Other people’s symptoms, however, will persist beyond that and could be termed long COVID. Here, Dr Amit Patel, leading Consultant Respiratory physician, provides an expert insight into long COVID, including symptoms, impact and treatment.

Dr Pierluigi Struzzo

By Dr Pierluigi Struzzo
16.02.23
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): how does it affect elderly patients?

COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. It occurs due to inflammation caused to the bronchi (tubes that bring the air to the alveoli and blood). Pollution, occupational hazards, cigarette smoking, all cause the cells to produce phlegm, to swell bronchial inner part and increasingly close the space for the air to come in.

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