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Symptoms

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Cough Cough is a normal reflex that helps to keep the lungs clear, however if a cough persists beyond 3 months or is intrusive it should be investigated further. There is a wide range of causes of cough and the … Continue reading →

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Airways Diseases

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Asthma Asthma is a common chronic lung disease which presents with episodes of cough, chest tightness, wheeze and shortness of breath. Asthma is caused by narrowing of the airways (breathing tubes) due to inflammation and muscle spasm within the airways. … Continue reading →

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Respiratory Infections

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Pneumonia Pneumonia, a common yet serious respiratory infection, is characterised by inflammation of the lungs caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Symptoms often include cough, fever, chills, and difficulty breathing, which can vary in severity depending on the individual and … Continue reading →

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Interstitial Lung Diseases

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Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis Idiopathic pulmonary function (IPF) is a relatively rare condition that leads to a build-up of scar tissue in the lungs. The condition can cause chronic symptoms such as a gradual increase in breathlessness on exertion or a persistent … Continue reading →

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Investigation of Radiological abnormalities

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When chest imaging is performed (for example Chest Xray, CT scan) various abnormalities may be detected which necessitate respiratory specialist follow-up. Depending on the abnormality, surveillance imaging or diagnostic procedures may be required. As the National Lung Cancer Screening Program … Continue reading →

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Pulmonary Vascular Conditions

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Pulmonary embolus A pulmonary embolism (PE) is a blood clot that blocks blood flow to an artery in the lung. In most cases, the blood clot starts in a deep vein in the leg and travels to the lung. When … Continue reading →

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Sleep Disorders

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Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a chronic sleep problem where repeated episodes of upper airway obstruction lead to reduced airflow. This disruption or blockage to breathing during sleep leads to poor sleep and low blood oxygen levels. … Continue reading →

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