Pulmonology

The Department of Pulmonology at Apollo Hospitals in Secunderabad delivers world-class care for patients with various respiratory conditions. Our team specialises in addressing a range of disorders affecting the airways and lungs, enabling us to be at the forefront of providing comprehensive and exceptional care. Our expertise also extends to sleep medicine, offering advanced diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative interventions for sleep-related issues.

As a premier medical facility in Secunderabad, our specialists possess immense proficiency in performing several cutting-edge surgical interventions. We also cater to emergency and critically ill cases, offering prompt and timely interventions. Our team excels at treating several conditions, including COPD and interstitial lung diseases. Moreover, our well-equipped asthma clinic provides a range of medical care and services to ensure the best outcomes. By utilising a multidisciplinary approach, we guarantee outstanding results for all our patients, including children.

Our Subunits

The Department of Pulmonology at Apollo Hospitals in Secunderabad offers a range of subunits designed to treat and manage several respiratory conditions and provide individualised care. Some of our specialised subunits that are dedicated to diagnosing and treating specific conditions include:

Allergy and Asthma
COPD and Lung Cancer Screening
Interstitial Lung disease
Paediatric Pulmonology
Sleep Medicine
Critical Care Medicine
Interventional Pulmonology
Respiratory Complications of Neuromuscular Disease

Conditions We Treat

Our specialists are equipped with extensive knowledge and experience to identify and treat simple to complex respiratory conditions, which include:

Chronic cough
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Asthma
Interstitial lung diseases
Pulmonary hypertension
Lung cancers
Bronchiectasis
Tuberculosis
Cystic lung diseases, including LAM

Our department is also adept at conducting proper evaluations and crafting personalised treatment plans for sleep disorders and tobacco addiction.

Diagnostic Services

The Department of Pulmonology at Apollo Hospitals in Secunderabad houses state-of-the-art equipment and instruments to obtain precise and accurate diagnoses.

Some of our advanced diagnostics include:

Pulmonary function tests (PFT)
FENO
6-minute walk test
Echocardiography
Low-dose CT Scan

Procedures and Surgeries

The department dedicates significant resources to employing advanced techniques, enabling our specialists to perform both minor and major procedures and surgeries.

Some of them that we specialise in include:

Bronchoscopy
Bronchoalveolar lavage
Thoracoscopy
ECMO
VATS

Rehabilitation and Therapies

Besides our treatments, procedures, and surgeries, the department also offers rehabilitation and various therapies to enhance patient health and promote their well-being.

Some of the rehabilitation and therapies we provide include:

Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Therapies for Tobacco Cessation
Therapies for Sleep Disorders

FAQ's

You must consult a pulmonologist if you have any one or more of the following symptoms:

Chest pain
Dizziness
Extreme or prolonged cough that lasts more than 3 weeks
Difficulty in breathing
Severe fatigue
Rigorous symptoms of asthma that make you hard to control
Bronchitis
Cold that keeps coming back

Pulmonologists focus on treating diseases that affect the respiratory system, which includes the mouth and nose, sinuses, voice box (larynx), throat (pharynx), windpipe (trachea), bronchial tubes, lungs, including bronchioles and alveoli, and diaphragm.

Some of the symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) include:

Shortness of breath, especially when exercising or waking up at night
Persistent cough with phlegm
Wheezing (high-pitched sounds while breathing)
Recurrent chest infections
Unexplained weight loss
Fatigue
Presence of blood, especially when coughing or chest pain
Oedema

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has no permanent cure. Therefore, the goal of treatment is to alleviate symptoms. Usual treatments include:

Lifestyle modifications
Medications, which encompass bronchodilators, combination inhalers, inhaled steroids, theophylline, oral steroids and phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitors
Lung therapies, which entails the use of oxygen therapy or undergoing pulmonary rehabilitation programmes
Surgeries for advanced conditions or when the above treatments do not respond, such as bullectomy, lung volume reduction surgery, or lung transplantation.

Pulmonologists assess several parameters during the examination, such as your sleep behaviour, oxygen level, and breathing issues. The most common diagnostic procedure pulmonologists often employ to diagnose sleep disorders is polysomnography (PSG), also known as sleep study. Other types of diagnostic procedures include:

Home sleep apnea test
Multiple sleep latency tests (MSLT)
Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS)
Actigraphy
Imaging studies

Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is an umbrella term for a group of diseases that cause inflammation or scarring of the lungs. Individuals with ILDs experience impaired gas exchange in their lungs, leading to breathing difficulties and lung stiffness. The diagnosis usually includes blood tests, imaging tests like CT scans, pulmonary function tests (PFTs), biopsy, or bronchoscopy. Treatment depends on the severity and may include medications, oxygen therapy, and pulmonary rehabilitation. Lung transplantation is a last resort for advanced cases.

You can take several steps to improve your respiratory health, such as maintaining an active lifestyle, quitting smoking and chewing tobacco, and having proper sleep discipline. Moreover, having a nutritious diet, exercising regularly, and attending regular checkups can also help prevent respiratory illnesses and manage existing conditions more effectively.

You can schedule an appointment with our specialist in the Pulmonology Department at Apollo Hospitals in Secunderabad by calling us directly or by visiting our website.