Pulmonology

COPD is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary disease which occurs due to exposure to smoke (especially cigarette smoke) over a long period of time which causes swelling of airways and damage to the alveoli and thus difficulty in airflow and oxygenation. It is characterized by a persistent cough, gradual onset and progressive shortness of breath. Severe COPD …

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A pulmonologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the respiratory system, which includes the lungs, airways, and respiratory muscles. They work closely with patients to identify and treat various respiratory conditions, including but not limited to asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, pulmonary fibrosis, pneumonia, lung cancer, …

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