Pulmonology is a branch of medical science that deals with issues associated with the respiratory tract.

We live in a polluted world, so getting diseases that affect the respiratory system is an unsurprising reality. ILS Hospitals would like to introduce some common respiratory diseases so that people can recognize the symptoms and seek medical advice on time. 4 common respiratory diseases are disclosed below:

1. Asthma:

Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease where the bronchial tubes become inflamed and produce more than natural mucus. It is a disease that can only be controlled by following the doctor’s advice. Asthma attacks can be deadly so it is advisable for patients with asthma to always keep the inhaler sprays with them wherever they go. The symptoms related to asthma are as follows:

• Shortness of breath

• Wheezing

• Chest discomfort

• Coughing.

2. Pulmonary Tuberculosis:

Pulmonary tuberculosis is a communicable lung infection and an airborne disease caused by the bacteria, Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

To know the symptoms of this infectious disease, please read the below points:

• Cough that lasts for more than two weeks

• Difficult breathing

• Involuntary weight loss

• Chest pain

• Anorexia or loss of appetite

• Fever and chills

• Night sweats

• Haemoptysis (blood in the sputum).

3. Chronic Bronchitis:

Another common COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) is Chronic Bronchitis. This disease and its symptoms are similar to asthma, but bronchitis is caused by certain viruses and pollutants. Here are some symptoms of chronic bronchitis.

• Shortness of breath

• Discomfort in chest

• Chronic cough

• Wheezing

• Sore throat

• Blood-streaked or greenish mucus

• Blocked sinus

• Headaches.

4. Pneumonia:

Pneumonia is a common lung infection that occurs due to either of the organisms- bacteria, fungi or viruses. It makes the air sacs of the lungs fluid-filled. Let’s find out the symptoms of pneumonia.

• Fever

• Shivering chills

• Nausea and vomiting

• Sweating

• Rapid heartbeat

• Diarrhoea

• Breathing problems

• Chest pain

• Body aches

• Green phlegm

• Dementia.

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