Хроническая обструктивная болезнь лёгких (ХОБЛ)

Elderley patients and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Por Dr Pierluigi Struzzo
2024-04-23

COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. It occurs due to inflammation caused to the bronchi (tubes that bring the air to the alveoli and blood). Pollution, occupational hazards, cigarette smoking, all cause the cells to produce phlegm, to swell bronchial inner part and increasingly close the space for the air to come in. подробнее

Bronchiectasis symptoms causes how COVID affected treatment

Por Dr John Chinegwundoh
2024-04-23

The number of people in the UK with bronchiectasis is increasing. So, we spoke to Dr John Chinegwundoh, a respiratory physician in London, to find out what is causing it, how it is different to other conditions such as bronchitis and COPD and how COVID-19 is affecting treatment at the moment. подробнее

How COPD affects the body

Por Professor Indranil Chakravorty
2024-04-23

In the first of a two-part series on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), esteemed Hitchin-based consultant pulmonologist, Professor Indranil Chakravorty explains what COPD is, what causes it, and how it affects the respiratory system as well as the rest of the body. подробнее

Chronic cough when time to see doctor

Por Dr Grace Robinson
2024-04-23

While most coughs can take up to four weeks to clear up completely, there are some that can linger for longer and become chronic - indicating something more serious is going on. Dr Grace Robinson, a leading specialist in pulmonology and respiratory medicine in Reading, explains more about chronic coughs and when you should see a doctor. подробнее