The diseases of the respiratory tract are dealt within the medical specialty named pulmonology. In some countries, pulmonology is referred to as chest medicine or respiratory medicine. The specialized physicians of this branch of medicine, pulmonologists, are trained to diagnose and treat diseases such as pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, bronchitis, and complicated chest infections.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT SOME PULMONARY DISEASES

PNEUMONIA

Pneumonia is an infection which affects the air sacs of the lung. It can affect one or both of the lung lobes. As a result of pneumonia, fluid or purulent material may fill the air sacs, which causes cough, phlegm, fever, chills, and difficulty in breathing.

ASTHMA

Asthma is a disease characterized by narrowing and swelling in the airways. It can create difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Asthma might be a minor problem for some people. For some others, on the other hand, it might be a life-threatening problem interfering with daily activities. Its symptoms can be controlled but it cannot be cured. As its severity changes over time, it is of crucial importance to be in continuous touch with your doctor to manage symptoms and necessary treatment.

TUBERCULOSIS

Tuberculosis is a seriously life-threatening and contagious infection that usually affects the lungs. I might also spread to the brain and the spine. The bacteria named Mycobacterium Tuberculosis causes it. Tuberculosis causing bacteria spreads from one person to another via droplets caused by coughing and sneezing. Unfortunately, most strains of tuberculosis are resistant to commonly used medications. That's why people suffering from tuberculosis have to take different types of medications for several months to overcome the diseases.

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