Department of Pulmonology

Pulmonologists at ANS treat a wide range of lung diseases including:

• Asthma
• Bronchitis
• Bronchiectasis
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Chronic Bronchitis
• Emphysema
• Occupational Lung Disease
• Asbestosis
• Byssinosis (Brown Lung Disease)
• Farmer’s Lung
• Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
• Silicosis
• Cystic Fibrosis
• Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
• Lung Cancer
• Pleural Effusion
• Pneumonia
• Pneumothorax
• Pulmonary Embolism
• Pulmonary Hypertension
• Rheumatoid Lung Disease
• Sarcoidosis
• Sleep Apnea
• Tension Pneumothorax
• Tuberculosis (TB)

If you notice any of these symptoms, it might indicate a need for treatment for pulmonary diseases:

Early Symptoms:

• Occasional shortness of breath, especially after exercise
• Mild, recurring cough
• Frequent need to clear your throat

Worsening Symptoms:

• Persistent shortness of breath
• Wheezing, a high-pitched sound during exhalation
• Chest tightness
• Chronic cough, with or without mucus
• Daily need to clear mucus
• Frequent colds or flu
• Low energy levels

Advanced Symptoms:

• Fatigue
• Unintentional weight loss
• Swelling in feet, ankles, or legs

Seek Immediate Medical Help If You Experience:

• Gray or bluish color in nails or lips (indicating low oxygen levels)
• Difficulty breathing
• Inability to speak
• Dizziness or light-headedness
• Rapid heartbeat

At ANS Super Speciality Hospital, we offer a range of treatment procedures for chest and respiratory diseases, tailored to each patient's needs. Here’s an overview:

1. Medication

• Bronchodilators: Help relax and widen the airways to improve breathing.
• Inhaled Steroids: Reduce inflammation in the airways.
• Combination Inhalers: Combine bronchodilators and steroids for effective treatment.
• Oral Steroids: Used for severe inflammation.
• Phosphodiesterase-4 Inhibitors: Reduce inflammation and relax the airways.
• Theophylline: Helps to open the airways and improve breathing.
• Antibiotics: Treat infections that affect the respiratory system.

2. Oxygen Therapy

• Provides extra oxygen when levels are low in the blood. This therapy is often used for patients with severe respiratory conditions, such as COPD, to improve their quality of life.

3. Ventilatory Support

• Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV): Uses a mask or similar device to support breathing without requiring invasive procedures.
• Invasive Ventilation: Involves using a tube inserted through the mouth or a tracheotomy to provide breathing support.

4. Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program

• A personalized program to enhance the quality of life for patients. It includes education, exercise, training, nutrition advice, and counseling based on the patient’s specific needs.

Clinical pulmonology procedures, while crucial for treating respiratory conditions, can come with potential risks. Some of these include:

• Excessive bleeding
• Infection at the incision site
• Injury to nearby organs
• Formation of blood clots
• Fever or chills
• Adverse reactions to anesthesia
• Possible organ rejection