Conditions We Treat
Specialist care for chest, lung, sleep and respiratory conditions.
Asthma
A chronic condition causing inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to breathing difficulties.
Common Symptoms
Wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and coughing, especially at night or early morning.
When to see a specialist
If you rely heavily on your rescue inhaler or if symptoms disrupt your daily activities and sleep.
Allergic Rhinitis
An allergic response causing inflammation of the nasal passages, commonly known as hay fever.
Common Symptoms
Sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, itchy and watery eyes, and frequent post-nasal drip.
When to see a specialist
When over-the-counter allergy medications fail to provide relief or side effects become bothersome.
Bronchitis
Inflammation of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from your lungs, often leading to a persistent cough.
Common Symptoms
Cough with mucus production, fatigue, slight fever, and chest discomfort.
When to see a specialist
If a cough lasts longer than three weeks, is accompanied by a fever, or produces discolored mucus.
Pneumonia
An infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs, which may fill with fluid or pus.
Common Symptoms
Fever, chills, shortness of breath, chest pain when breathing or coughing, and fatigue.
When to see a specialist
Immediate evaluation is needed for high fever, severe chest pain, or difficulty breathing.
Tuberculosis
A serious infectious bacterial disease that mainly affects the lungs and requires long-term treatment.
Common Symptoms
A cough lasting more than 3 weeks, chest pain, coughing up blood, fatigue, and night sweats.
When to see a specialist
If you have been exposed to TB or experience unexplained weight loss and prolonged coughing.
Pleural Effusion
The build-up of excess fluid between the layers of the pleura outside the lungs.
Common Symptoms
Sharp chest pain worsening with breathing, shortness of breath, and a dry cough.
When to see a specialist
When experiencing unexplained shortness of breath or sharp, localized chest pain upon taking a breath.
Sleep Apnea
A potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep.
Common Symptoms
Loud snoring, gasping for air during sleep, morning headache, and excessive daytime sleepiness.
When to see a specialist
If a partner notices pauses in your breathing during sleep or you feel unrefreshed after a full night’s sleep.
Chronic Cough
A cough that lasts eight weeks or longer, often disrupting sleep and daily life.
Common Symptoms
Persistent coughing, hoarseness, heartburn, or a sour taste in the mouth.
When to see a specialist
Any cough lasting more than 8 weeks requires a thorough specialist evaluation to identify the root cause.
Breathlessness
An uncomfortable feeling of not being able to get enough air into the lungs.
Common Symptoms
Feeling winded after minimal exertion, chest tightness, or inability to take a deep breath.
When to see a specialist
If shortness of breath occurs suddenly or interferes with your routine activities.
Respiratory Infections
Infections affecting the respiratory tract, ranging from the common cold to severe lower respiratory tract infections.
Common Symptoms
Congestion, body aches, persistent cough, fever, and difficulty breathing.
When to see a specialist
If symptoms are severe, progressively worsen, or fail to improve after standard care.