Tuberculosis, Lung Infections, and Respiratory Care

Pulmonary Diseases and Therapeutics

Diagnostic techniques such as X-ray and lung function tests aid in diagnosing lung diseases like lung cancer. Therapeutic approaches may involve medical procedures like thoracoscopy or surgical biopsy for disease evaluation. Management includes smoking cessation for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and appropriate protective measures for occupational exposures.

Pulmonary diseases encompass a wide range of conditions affecting the lungs, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, pneumonia, and lung cancer. Diagnosis often involves imaging studies, lung function tests, and microbiological analyses. Therapeutic approaches vary depending on the specific disease but may include medications such as bronchodilators, corticosteroids, and antibiotics, as well as lifestyle modifications and pulmonary rehabilitation. Advanced cases may require interventions such as oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, or surgical procedures like lung resection. Research into novel therapeutics aims to improve outcomes and quality of life for patients with pulmonary diseases, addressing both symptom management and disease progression.