The Rise in Viral Respiratory Infections: Human Metapneumovirus
Seasonal respiratory viruses and specialist lung assessment The Rise in Viral Respiratory Infections: Human Metapneumovirus Human metapneumovirus can cause symptoms ranging from a mild cold to bronchiolitis, pneumonia or worsening of an existing lung condition. Although it has recently received greater public attention, hMPV is not a new virus. Understanding who is at risk, when […]
Prednisolone for Lung Disease: Benefits, Side Effects, and Alternatives.
Oral corticosteroids, respiratory inflammation and steroid-sparing care Prednisolone for Lung Disease: Benefits, Side Effects, and Alternatives Prednisolone is a powerful anti-inflammatory medicine used for acute asthma attacks and selected inflammatory lung diseases. It can be lifesaving, but repeated or prolonged treatment can affect bones, blood sugar, muscles, mood, infection risk and the body’s natural cortisol […]
The Internal Medicine Physician: Who They Are and How They Can Help You
Adult Medicine Explained The Internal Medicine Physician: Who They Are and How They Can Help You An internal medicine physician, also known as an internist, specialises in diagnosing, treating, and preventing illnesses in adults. They are especially valuable when symptoms are complex, conditions overlap, or you need a doctor who can look at the bigger […]
Unravelling the Mystery of Night Sweats: Causes, Tests, and Management
Persistent sweating, respiratory symptoms and medical investigation Unravelling the Mystery of Night Sweats: Causes, Tests, and Management Night sweats are episodes of excessive sweating during sleep that soak nightclothes or bedding despite a comfortably cool room. Although they are often related to menopause, medicines, anxiety or environmental heat, persistent episodes can sometimes accompany infection, obstructive […]
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 […]
Respiratory Treatment in London: Breaking Down 8 Common Myths
Navigating the realm of respiratory treatment in London can be daunting, particularly when numerous myths often cloud the facts. Let’s debunk these common misconceptions, particularly in the context of London—a city with access to some of the country’s finest respiratory specialists and healthcare facilities like the renowned Royal Brompton Hospital, which specialises in heart and […]
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 article highlights some of the important complications of bronchiectasis, with a focus on bacterial colonisation, frequent exacerbations, non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) infections, […]
10 Long term effects of COVID-19 (Long COVID)
What is Long COVID? Post-COVID syndrome which is known as Long COVID is persistence of symptoms following COVID-19. Due to the prevalence of symptoms for over 4 weeks post initial infection, this results in long-term impairment of health and quality of life. Two major Types of Long COVID Long COVID which is a sequel of […]
