Pulmonology & Critical Care

Pulmonology is a branch of medicine which tackles and deals with everything related to the lungs and respiratory system of the body. With the pandemic hitting hard, the world has seen a shift in how respiratory health is catered to. It is now all the more important to take care of your lung health and respiratory needs. A common misconception among people is that a pulmonologist in guntur only looks at the lungs, however along with lungs, they also take care of the nose, throat, the voice box, windpipe, bronchi or the tubes that connect to lungs, bronchioles and the air sacs in the lungs.

At chest medicine hospital in Guntur, emergency, outpatient and inpatient services are available round the clock to cater to every pulmonological requirement. It is necessary to notice any signs or symptoms which could indicate respiratory trouble such as chest pain, wheezing, breathing, tiredness, exertion with even little exercise, snore or open mouth sleep. Early detection can help with quick diagnosis and timely treatment, ensuring long term comfort and safety.

There are multiple tests which help determine the condition of the lungs, such as

1. CT Scan
2. Ultrasound
3. PFT or Pulmonary function test
4. Oximeter analysis
5. Pleural Biopsy, to get a sample from
6. Bronchoscopy
7. Sleep study