Bronchiectasis; causes, treatment and prevention.
If you are experiencing persistent chest infections, chronic cough, fatigue and weight loss, you could be showing signs of bronchiectasis. Top Doctor Shanthi Paramothayan talks about the causes of bronchiectasis and the treatments that are available.
Asthma: who does it affect – and why?
Summer is a great time to be outdoors, but with high pollen counts it’s bad news for those living with hay fever or allergic asthma. But why are some of us affected, and not others? Why do the symptoms sometimes get worse? In this article, expert respiratory physician Dr Syed Arshad Husain explains our current understanding of the causes of asthma.
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What you need to know about pneumonia: symptoms, causes, and treatment
Pneumonia is a common condition that affects more than 220,000 people in the UK each year. Why is it so common, and how can you tell if you have a milder or a more serious form of the condition? This article answers these questions in expert detail.
Modern lung cancer diagnosis: faster, safer, more accurate
In recent years, diagnosing lung cancer has become much more accurate and straightforward, leading to more effective treatment. Dr Neal Navani, one of London’s top respiratory physicians, is here to explain how the diagnosis process works and what to expect.
By Dr Anne Mier
27.02.18
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine
Chest infections: frequently asked questions
Chest infections can either be mild, clearing up over time on their own, or they can become life-threatening. Although a common illness, it is important to understand when a mild infection becomes more menacing. Our respiratory specialist, Dr Anne Mier, explains how chest infections can vary in severity and answers the most commonly asked questions relating to chest infections.
By Dr Amit Patel
31.01.18
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine
Pulmonary fibrosis – the symptoms to look out for, and when to get treatment
Leading consultant pulmonology and respiratory specialist, Dr Amit Patel, explains the causes of pulmonary fibrosis, what signs to look out for, and how it can be treated.
Asthma rates are increasing with problems often starting in childhood. Our respiratory expert Dr Neal Navani reveals the options available for treatment of the disease.
By Dr Amit Patel
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Pulmonology & respiratory medicine
Sleep apnoea: what are the risks?
Top London consultant Respiratory specialist, Dr Amit Patel answers your questions on sleep apnoea. Explaining why it is important to get it checked out.
By Dr Anne Mier
03.11.17
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine
COPD: understanding and awareness can help prevent deaths
The second most common lung condition in the UK, COPD can make even the simplest of tasks impossible. COPD Awareness Month is here and we help you to understand the risks.
By Dr Anne Mier
18.10.17
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Asthma: signs, symptoms, diagnosis and more
As many as one in eleven people in the UK are affected by asthma in the UK. Find out about signs and symptoms, diagnosis and treatment with Dr Anne Mier
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