Symptoms

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 treatment depends on the cause.

Wheeze

Wheeze is a whistling sound that occurs during breathing. It is caused by narrowing of the airways which occurs in conditions such as asthma and COPD/emphysema. It may be accompanied by a sensation of chest tightness.

Breathlessness 

An uncomfortable sensation during breathing which can be experienced as feeling out of breath, out of puff, or difficulty getting enough air into the lungs. Shortness of breath (dyspnoea) can be caused by problems in the lungs, heart, and/or blood and requires investigation.

Sleepiness

The sensation of needing to, or tendency to,  fall asleep too easily or inappropriately. It is different to fatigue which is a feeling of being washed out or generally exhausted. Tiredness is a term which is also sometimes used to describe sleepiness. If you have excessive daytime sleepiness, investigation with a sleep study is required.

Snoring

A noise made by vibration of the upper airway collapsing during sleep. Snoring can be a sign of obstructive sleep apnoea. Investigation with a sleep study may be appropriate.

Insomnia

Difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep.

Frequently Asked Questions

Conditions we treat

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Symptoms

Cough

Wheeze

Breathlessness

Sleepiness

Snoring

Insomnia/Difficulty sleeping

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Airways Diseases

Asthma

COPD, emphysema, chronic bronchitis

Bronchiectasis

Smoking-related lung disease

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Respiratory Infections

Pneumonia

Post infections syndromes

Pleural infections and effusions

Pulmonary abscesses

Non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) infections

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Interstitial Lung Diseases

Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

Connective tissue disease-related ILD

Hypersensitivity pneumonitis

Silicosis

Asbestosis

Cystic lung disease

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Investigation of Radiological abnormalities

Suspected lung cancer/mesothelioma

Lung nodules and masses

Interstitial lung abnormalities

Lymphadenopathy

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Pulmonary Vascular Conditions

Pulmonary embolus

Pulmonary hypertension

Pulmonary AVM

Pulmonary vasculitis

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Sleep Disorders

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)

Insomnia

Restless Legs Syndrome and Parasomnias