Medical articles of Pneumonia

Bronchiectasis is a chronic respiratory condition characterised by abnormal widening and thickening of the airways (bronchi), which can result in recurrent or persistent chest infections and chronic i...

Dr Grace Robinson is a leading respiratory medicine specialist based in Reading. In her latest article, Dr Robinson explains chest infections in detail, including the symptoms and treatments.

In the most serious cases of coronavirus, some patients can develop the life-threatening lung disease pneumonia as a complication of the infection. Here, one of our respiratory physicians explains the...

In the winter months, pneumonia and ‘flu are some of the most common reasons to be admitted into hospital. It’s important for all patients to recognise the signs and know when to get medical advice – ...

Pneumonia is a common condition that affects more than 220,000 people in the UK each year. Why is it so common, and how can you tell if you have a milder or a more serious form of the condition? This ...

Esteemed consultant respiratory paediatrician, Dr Mark Rosenthal the most common reasons your child may be wheezing.

Pneumonia is a bacterial or viral infection that affects the lungs, and children are considered to be more at risk of catching it than adults. Here, we explain the symptoms of pneumonia, and what to d...