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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is a Lung Specialist?
A Lung specialist treats conditions such as-
- Asthma
- Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Tuberculosis
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Pneumonia
- Bronchitis
- Bronchiectasis
- Cystic fibrosis
- Occupational lung diseases
- Pulmonary hypertension
- COVID-19 Pneumonia
- Interstitial lung diseases
When should I see a Pulmonologist?
You should consult a Pulmonologist or Lung specialist if you have the following symptoms.
- Shortness of breath
- Cough
- Chest pain
- Dizziness
- Loud snoring, gasping for air while sleeping, headache in the morning etc. - Symptoms of sleep apnea
- Wheezing
How Pulmonologists Have Been Helping COVID-19 Patients?
The lung is the organ that is majorly affected due to COVID-19. COVID-19 can lead to nasal congestion, loss of smell, and shortness of breath due to Pneumonia. A Pulmonologist or chest specialist can help monitor and manage the condition with a treatment plan.
How do Pulmonologists help to keep your lungs healthy?
A Pulmonologist or chest specialist can help you keep your lungs healthy by treating any underlying lung conditions and giving tips to prevent lung diseases. He may instruct you to quit smoking, avoid pollutants, and maintain hygiene as many lung diseases are contagious.
What kinds of procedures do pulmonologists do?
Pulmonologists don’t perform surgeries, but they perform biopsies and different tests such as angiograms and lung function tests.
How do I prepare for a pulmonary appointment?
- Before your appointment, make sure you have recalled all the symptoms and their sequence of appearance.
- You can even jot down questions that you might want to get answers to.
- Keep your prescription with you if you take any additional medications.
- If you are taking a second opinion, make sure you bring your previous health records, including Chest X-ray and lab test reports if done before.
