Pulmonologist in Chennai

Apr 7

02:00

2022

VS Hospital

Pulmonology in the field of medicine focusses on the health of the respiratory system. The respiratory system comprises of the airway, the lungs and the respiratory muscles that help you to breathe.

It deals with a comprehensive treatment for patients affected with lung diseases such as allergic disorders, asthma, bronchitis, Emphysema, ILD, COPD, pleural effusion, infectious diseases, multisystem disorders and acute and chronic respiratory failure affecting the lungs.
Usually, the lung diseases occur from inhaling the dust or chemicals and the person who treats the pulmonary or respiratory diseases is termed as the pulmonologist.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

Fatigue
Dry cough
Fever
Swelling
Unexplained weight loss
Aching muscles and joints
(Dyspnoea) shortness of breath
Irregular heartbeat
Dizziness
Excessive sweating
Cyanosis
Wheezing
Rapid weight gain
Headache
Chest pain

RISK FACTORS

Age
Obesity
Diabetes
Certain occupations
Genetic factors
Alcohol or drug usages
Exposure to asbestos
Medical conditions and treatments
Prolonged immobility

DIET AND NUTRITION

Stay hydrated always
Avoid Eggs, peanuts, salty foods, shell fishes and wine
Eat carrots, apples, cantaloupe, flax seeds, coffee, avocado, garlic, turmeric, honey and berries which is highly beneficial and can prevent lung diseases.
Also eat a healthy diet rich in whole grains, low fat or fat free dairies and a variety of protein foods.

PREVENTION

Maintain a healthy weight
Avoid usage of drugs or narcotics
Don’t smoke
Exercise or do physical activity regularly
Manage stress
Limit salt and alcohol
Control chronic medical conditions
Get a German measles (rubella) vaccine

DIAGNOSIS

X-ray
Biopsy
Cardiac CT scan
Pulse oximetry
Surgical biopsy
Ultrasound Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Pulmonary function testing
Computerized tomography (CT) scan
Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)
Echocardiogram
(BNP) blood test
Arterial blood gas test
Spirometry
Bronchoscopy
Polysomnogram
Balloon atrial septostomy
Cardiac catheterization
Stent placement
Ventilation/perfusion (V/Q)
Other blood tests

KEY SERVICES

Surgeries
Radiation therapies
Chemotherapy
Immunotherapies
Targeted therapies
Ventilation therapies

KEY FACILITIES

A highly qualified multi-speciality team available for rapid opinion and management for better treatment.
Cutting edge operation theatres equipped to perform all the major and minor surgeries.
Full-fledged surgical intensive care unit to handle emergencies as well as post-operative patients.
Specialized day care unit for short duration surgical procedures.
Diagnostic radiology services including CT scan, Polysomnogram, Ultrasound and guided procedures.
Quality care by a team of experienced pulmonologists, surgeons, therapists.
Total Comprehensive Care with Minimally Invasive Surgery
Intra-operative image guidance system
State-of-the-art Operation Theatre with advanced instrumentation.
Rehabilitation with CPM, Computer Assisted Rehabilitation & Ventilation Therapy.