Lung Specialist- study and research of various physiological and pathological conditions of the Lungs

A Lung Specialists is a medical worker involved in the study and research of various physiological and pathological conditions of the Lungs and its associated structures.

It has been a decade, since development of this field reached its peak, and is still holding the throne. 

This is because of increased conditions giving rise to increased research. By this statement, I meant that there are lots many pathological conditions related to the lungs, and to manage them, an increase in study, research and interventions.Pollution has been a problem of this effluent world, just like obesity, we can just complain, but to change, action is a must.

Industrial Smoke, Combustion of fuel in Cars Bikes and other automobiles, open air burning of waste, all this add up to the rising pollution in the country.Most cities in India are highly polluted. Take an example of our national capitalDelhi. Here, pollution will always be remembered, just like Tony Stark with his Man in action, Jarvis!

A lung specialist takes care of conditions such as Pneumonia, COPD, Tuberculosis, Occupational Lung Diseases, Restrictive Lung Diseases, Pleural Cancers, by using various interventions, Spirometry being the most common.A Lung Specialist also makes use of X Rays (by Radiologist) to diagnose any restrictions in the normal biomechanics of Thorax & Chest Wall.Physiotherapy referral is also used frequently, mainly to remove accumulated secretions in the lungs, by means of procedures such as Postural Drainage and Breathing Exercises such as ACBT (Active Cycle Of Breathing Techniques). Humidification & Nebulization may also be used. By- Dt. Trishala Chopra