It is the area of medicine that focuses on the health of the patient’s respiratory system. It is a hospital subspeciality that aims to diagnose, treat and prevent conditions related to the lungs, and respiratory tract. So, it is also called respiratory medicine or chest medicine in many countries and areas. Moreover, it is an internal medicine branch that helps the patient by supporting their life and providing mechanical ventilation. The department has a team of highly experienced pulmonologists who have years of experience in treating diseases like cystic fibrosis, asthma, lung cancer, COPD, bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis etc.
Patients suffering from short-term illnesses, including flu, cough, cold may get cured by getting regular doctors’ treatment. Those suffering from shortness of breath and other symptoms will need to be assessed by a pulmonologist.
