Deciphering Lung Infections and the Essential Role of Your Lung Infection Specialist
Puffing and panting for breath is a right bother, and when a cough takes up permanent residence in your lungs, it’s hard to ignore. Furthermore, having night sweats and fevers, is concerning. Lung infections, whether it’s in your airways, lung parenchyma, or pleura, can turn your world on its head. Standing as your line of…
Who Should Have the Pneumococcal Vaccine?
The pneumococcal vaccine, often colloquially referred to as the pneumonia vaccine, plays an integral role in the prevention of diseases caused by the Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. However, it’s important to remember that this particular bacterium is not the only cause of pneumonia, a common misconception. What is the Pneumococcal Vaccine The pneumococcal vaccine targets Streptococcus…
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa: A Problem in Chronic Lung disease
We live in a world teeming with invisible life forms. One such organism that has emerged as a major concern in recent years is Pseudomonas Aeruginosa. You might not have heard of it, or you might have come across this term but haven’t quite understood what it signifies. It’s not as familiar as common germs…
Phages in Bronchiectasis Treatment: A Revolutionary Approach?
The Burden of Bronchiectasis Bronchiectasis presents a significant health challenge worldwide. This condition is characterised by a permanent enlargement of the airways. It results in a chronic cough, fatigue, and persistent chest infections. Current treatments help manage symptoms and control infection but do not offer a permanent solution to the presence of colonising bacteria. However,…
Comprehensive Guide to NTM Treatment: Key Medications Explained
Non-tuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM) infections present a significant public health concern globally. NTM, unlike tuberculosis, aren’t transmitted from person to person. However, they can cause severe lung disease, particularly in individuals with pre-existing respiratory conditions. Accurate diagnosis and effective treatment are vital in managing these infections. With an increasing number of cases each year, understanding NTM…
Understanding Bronchiectasis: A Look into its Complications
The world of respiratory health presents many challenges, and this includes the complications of bronchiectasis. Bronchiectasis is a condition, characterised by the permanent enlargement of the bronchial tubes, and is often debilitating. This blog highlights some of the important complications of bronchiectasis, with a focus on bacterial colonisation, frequent exacerbations, non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) infections, fungal…
Finding Your Best Bronchiectasis Doctor and Treatment Strategies
Finding the best bronchiectasis doctor to help you manage your condition isn’t easy. This is particularly important when your condition is more complicated, you have a higher symptom burden or frequent infections. Breathing easy might seem an unremarkable feat to most, but for individuals suffering from bronchiectasis, it’s a daily battle. This long-term condition causes…
Airway clearance in bronchiectasis
Bronchiectasis is a chronic lung condition that results in permanent and abnormal widening of the bronchi. This condition can lead to recurrent infections and respiratory symptoms such as cough, sputum production, and shortness of breath. While there is no cure for bronchiectasis, several treatment options can help manage the symptoms and improve the quality of…
Are new treatments emerging for bronchiectasis?
Bronchiectasis is a chronic lung condition characterised by abnormal and permanent widening of the bronchi (the airways that lead to the lungs), often resulting in recurrent infections and respiratory symptoms such as cough, sputum production, and shortness of breath. Although there is no cure for bronchiectasis, there are several new (emerging) treatments that will likely…