A single breathing test can tell your doctor more about your lungs than an X-ray ever could. If you have been Experiencing persistent cough, breathlessness, wheezing, or chest tightness — especially living in Jodhpur where dust and air pollution are a daily reality — your pulmonologist may recommend a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT). Here […]
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What Is Tracheal Dilation and How Long Does Recovery Take? Tracheal dilation is a procedure used to widen a narrowed windpipe (trachea) and restore comfortable breathing. It is recommended when scar tissue, injury, or disease causes the airway to become too narrow. Most patients resume light daily activities within one to two days, though
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Written by Dr. Sumita Agrawal, DM (Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine) Consultant Pulmonologist & Intensivist Published: July 2026 Asthma affects millions of people across India, yet a large number of patients go through their daily lives with one safety net — a blue rescue inhaler tucked into a pocket or purse. While rescue inhalers are
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Expert Advice from Dr. Sumita Agrawal | Pulmonologist & Chest Specialist in Jodhpur The monsoon season brings much-needed relief from the intense summer heat in Jodhpur, but it also creates favorable conditions for viruses, bacteria, and allergens to multiply. Increased humidity, fluctuating temperatures, and damp surroundings can significantly increase the risk of respiratory infections. While
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introduction Many people think of sleep apnea as nothing more than loud snoring or a poor night’s sleep. However, this common sleep disorder can have a serious impact on your overall health—especially your heart. Sleep apnea causes repeated pauses in breathing while you sleep. These interruptions lower the oxygen levels in your blood and prevent
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Most people associate dehydration with symptoms like thirst, weakness, or dizziness. However, very few realize that lack of proper hydration can also affect the lungs and breathing system. Water plays a vital role in maintaining healthy respiratory function, and when the body becomes dehydrated, the impact can extend far beyond dry skin or fatigue. Understanding
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Introduction Throat irritation in hot weather is a common summer complaint, and it usually happens for simple reasons rather than anything serious. When temperatures rise, the body loses more water through sweating, and dehydration can leave the throat dry, scratchy, and uncomfortable. Dry air can make this feeling worse because the throat gets less natural
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Sleep is meant to be the body’s time to rest and repair—but for many people, it becomes a silent struggle. Sleep Apnea is one such condition that often goes unnoticed, yet significantly impacts overall health and daily life. What is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during
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Lung cancer is one of the most serious health conditions worldwide, yet it often goes undetected until it reaches an advanced stage. The reason? Many early symptoms are mild, common, and easy to ignore. Recognizing these warning signs early can make a life-saving difference. If you notice persistent or unusual changes in your breathing or
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Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) is a group of lung disorders that affect the interstitium, which is the tissue and space around the air sacs of the lungs. This condition causes inflammation and scarring of lung tissue, making it difficult for oxygen to pass into the bloodstream. If not diagnosed and managed early, ILD can lead
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