Our pulmonology department specializes in the treatment of diseases that affect the respiratory system. It deals with all disorders of the lungs, airways, thoracic cavity, and chest wall. It also deals with all problems that involve the nose, throat, trachea, muscles, and blood vessels.
Pulmonology is also part of intensive care medicine because it involves providing life support and mechanical ventilation to patients who need them. The department of pulmonology (also called pulmonary medicine, chest medicine, or respiratory medicine) deals with diseases related to the respiratory tract. Camry Hospital is considered the best hospital for respiratory medicine, with a team of eminent chest specialists dealing with critical, complex, and rare conditions.
Pulmonologists diagnose and treat a variety of illnesses, including :
Asthma
Chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD)
Emphysema
Interstitial and occupational lung diseases
Tuberculosis
Pulmonary hypertension
Cystic fibrosis
Lung cancer
The most common symptoms indicating that you might need to see pulmonologist are :
Pulmonary hypertension
Cystic fibrosis
Wheezing
Coughing up blood
Breathing problems
Exposed to harmful toxins
Exposed to infectious agents
Decreased ability to exercise
Pain or discomfort when breathing in or out
Our Expert Specialists
Dr. CHAITHANYA MBBS, MD(Pulmo. Med) , DNB(Respiratory Diseases) Consultant Pulmonologist