Summary Hemoptysis is a condition in which the person coughs up blood in small to moderate amounts. It is symptom of an underlying condition. Although coughing small amounts of blood
Summary There is a wide range of respiratory ailments and conditions that affect humans, worldwide. One of them is Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome or ARDS. ARDS can have life-threatening consequences
Summary Bronchial Thermoplasty is a non-invasive procedure to treat patients who suffer from persistent, and severe form of asthma. This form of asthma is marked by a swelling of the
Overview Thoracoscopy is a minimally-invasive procedure that uses an instrument called a Thoracoscope to view the insides of the chest cavity or pleural cavity, and perform certain interventions. It’s a
Overview Occupational Asthma is a condition in which the person develops Asthma due to irritants in the workplace. There are multiple industries or professions where people are exposed to irritants,
Overview Respiratory Tract Infections are a common condition with children in the age-group of 3 to 12 years. The Immune system of children are weaker compared to that of adults,
Overview Bronchitis and Pneumonia are lung conditions that show similar symptoms which is why they are often mistaken for each other. However, there are clear differences which will eventually emerge
Overview Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic condition marked by the production of thick mucus or excess salt in different organs or parts of the body. It hinders the functioning of
Overview Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) is a minimally-invasive procedure that uses an instrument called bronchoscope to fill a portion of lungs with saline, after which, the saline water is sucked back.
Overview Endobronchial Ultrasound Scan (EBUS) is a procedure that combines the benefits of bronchoscopy and ultrasound scan. It is an effective procedure to diagnose certain lung conditions. When the same
