Lung and chest diseases encompass a range of deformities, illnesses, and disorders that impact the chest cavity and lungs, leading to respiratory distress in individuals of all ages.
Common Lung and Chest Diseases
- Cystic Fibrosis: This inherited disorder affects the lungs and digestive system. Symptoms often include a persistent cough, excessive mucus production, exercise intolerance, and frequent lung infections.
- Asthma: Asthma is a respiratory condition characterized by the narrowing and swelling of the airways in the lungs. This leads to inflammation and increased mucus production, resulting in breathing difficulties.
- COPD: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is an inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow, making it challenging to breathe.
- Chest Trauma: Chest trauma refers to any injury affecting the chest cavity, rib cage, or heart, typically resulting from physical harm to the chest area.
- Tumors: Lung tumors develop when cells in the lungs grow and divide abnormally. These tumors can be benign or malignant and may present symptoms such as chest pain, wheezing, and weight loss.
- Pneumonia: This common lung infection leads to inflammation in one or both air sacs, causing them to fill with fluid or pus. Symptoms include coughing, fever, chills, and breathing difficulties.
- Lung Nodules: Also known as pulmonary nodules, this condition involves the abnormal growth of masses or tissues within the lungs. There can be one or multiple nodules present.
- Tuberculosis (TB): TB is a bacterial infection primarily affecting the lungs but can also impact other body parts. Symptoms often include chest pain, breathing issues, and a persistent cough.
- Chronic Bronchitis: This condition involves chronic inflammation of the bronchi, which are the large passages leading to the lungs.
- Interstitial Lung Disease: A group of diseases that cause lung scarring, interstitial lung disease commonly presents with symptoms such as dry coughing, shortness of breath, and exercise intolerance.
- Pulmonary Hypertension: This condition occurs when blood flow in the lung arteries increases, leading to the narrowing of blood vessels within the lungs.
- Bronchiectasis: In bronchiectasis, the airways in the lungs widen, making it difficult to clear mucus. This can result from infections or underlying medical conditions like cystic fibrosis.
Treatment for Lung and Chest Diseases
The treatment for lung and chest diseases is tailored to the specific condition, severity of symptoms, age, and overall health. Our pulmonologists provide respiratory relief and address the underlying causes of these conditions.
Why Choose Us for Lung and Chest Disease Treatment?
- Expert care for asthma, COPD, sleep disorders, and various types of tuberculosis
- 100% safe and precision-driven procedures
- Adherence to international clinical protocols and safety standards
- Comprehensive cashless insurance options available
- 24/7 ICU and critical care facilities
The Chest Clinic within our Department of Pulmonology is dedicated to the prevention, detection, and management of a wide range of lung and chest conditions. Our team of pulmonologists delivers precise diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for various diseases, deformities, and disorders.
