The cough didn’t go away. Weeks passed. It stayed. Sometimes dry. Sometimes heavy. He tried tea. Tried lozenges. Blamed the weather. Blamed stress. He didn’t connect it to breathing. Not at first. The symptoms were quiet, slow, unbothered. The symptoms were quiet, slow, unbothered It wasn’t just the cough. Climbing stairs felt harder. Talking longer…
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She noticed it on the third floor. A pause. A sharp breath. She wasn’t rushing. Just climbing. She reached the door and leaned on the wall. It passed quickly, but not without leaving a question. It hadn’t happened last month. It passed quickly, but not without leaving a question At first, she blamed the weather.…
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A cough that lasts longer than a typical cold, which usually lasts about one to two weeks, could indicate something more serious. If your cough persists for three weeks or more, it’s time to consult a healthcare provider. While a cold or flu might cause a temporary cough, a chronic cough can be a sign…
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One of the earliest signs of lung disease is a persistent cough that doesn’t improve. While occasional coughing due to a cold or allergies is normal, a cough that lasts more than a few weeks could indicate a more serious condition. This could be related to chronic conditions like asthma, bronchitis, or COPD. It’s important…
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Pulmonology is a branch of medicine focused on diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases of the lungs and respiratory system. Pulmonologists specialize in conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, tuberculosis, and lung cancer. They also treat sleep-related breathing disorders like sleep apnea and work with patients to manage symptoms related to respiratory…
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Working as a pulmonology specialist in Dubai, I’ve witnessed firsthand the impact of lung cancer on patients. This city’s unique environment and lifestyle can, in some cases, contribute to respiratory health issues. When I started working here, I never anticipated how much the local conditions could influence my patients’ health, but it’s been quite an…
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Dubai’s bustling environment often exacerbates conditions like sleep apnea. I’ve seen this firsthand in my practice as a pulmonology expert. Sleep apnea, where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep, is more common in Dubai than one might think. The city’s fast-paced lifestyle, coupled with its environmental factors, makes sleep apnea a significant concern here.…
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Living and working in Dubai as a pulmonologist, I’ve experienced firsthand how the city’s unique environment impacts respiratory health. Dubai’s fast-paced, vibrant lifestyle is undoubtedly exciting, but it presents distinct challenges for those with asthma. Understanding Asthma in Dubai Asthma, a chronic respiratory condition characterized by airway inflammation and constriction, is particularly prevalent in Dubai.…
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