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I Had the Flu, and Now, Chronic Bronchitis. Should I Visit a Pulmonologist?

Chronic bronchitis is the long-term inflammation of the tubes responsible for transporting air to and from the air sacs of the lungs (bronchi). Chronic bronchitis is one of the two conditions that fall under the under the chronic pulmonary obstructive disease (COPD) umbrella. Unlike acute bronchitis, which develops after the flu and goes after a… 

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Could Asthma Be a Symptom of Post-COVID Syndrome?

Many people who get infected with COVID recover after a few weeks of illness, but there are some who experience health problems that stretch on four weeks or more after their initial infection. Even people who were asymptomatic during their COVID-19 infection can experience these health problems, collectively known as the long-haul or post-COVID syndrome… 

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What are some common allergens that an allergy doctor treats during the winter months?

It is a well-known fact that allergies are prevalent in the Spring. Hay fever, a type of allergic reaction that causes red, watery eyes, a runny nose, and sneezing, is often caused by pollen, and springtime is when many plants pollinate. While many allergy sufferers get a reprieve during winter, there are many others who… 

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The Importance of Pulmonary Medicine For People With Lung Disease

Pulmonology is a subspecialty within internal medicine. It deals with diseases of the respiratory system from the back of the throat through the windpipe and into the lungs. If you have, or think you have lung disease, a pulmonologist in Weatherford, TX, is the physician to see. Learn more about this important branch of medicine…. 

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How to Prepare for a Cardiopulmonary Stress Test

If you have been recommended for a cardiopulmonary stress test, it means your care provider wants to see how your heart and lungs work under physical stress, such as during exercise. What Goes on During the Test Before the test, sticky patches connected to an electrocardiogram will be placed on your chest. You will then… 

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Sleepwalking: More Common Than You Know

“Sleepwalking”—the term can seem amusing, but it is a real phenomenon that can have harmful consequences on the health and safety of both the sufferer and the people in their household. Also known as somnambulism, sleepwalking is a common condition, affecting as many as 17 percent of children and 4 percent of adults in the… 

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The Importance of Cardiopulmonary Stress Test for Women

In the United States, cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the top cause of death for women, taking an estimated 300,000 lives in 2017 alone: that is 1 in every 5 deaths. The increasing CVD-related death rates in women have prompted experts to shine a spotlight on the importance of cardiac tests, such as cardiopulmonary stress tests…. 

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How Can Sleep Experts Treat Sleep Apnea

Have you been told that you’re a loud snorer? Or are you experiencing morning headaches, daytime tiredness, difficulty concentrating, irritability, and dry mouth, or sore throat upon waking up? You could have what is referred to as sleep apnea— a potentially serious sleep disorder characterized by breathing disturbances. The condition warrants prompt diagnosis and treatment… 

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Most Common Conditions Treated in Pulmonary Medicine

Pulmonary medicine is among the various subspecialties of internal medicine. It focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of the full spectrum of conditions affecting the components of the respiratory system: the nose, mouth, throat, voice box, windpipe, large and small airways, and the lungs. To help give you a better understanding of pulmonary medicine,… 

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Should I See an Allergist or a Pulmonologist for My Asthma?

Two types of doctors treat asthma: allergists and pulmonologists. It is important that you see the right one to get the most effective treatment for your condition. How can the average person discern which medical doctor to see and not waste time going to the wrong one? To help you with this, let’s talk about… 

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