Pulmonology

Pulmonology

The Department of Pulmonology at Vanaja Hospital provides comprehensive care for diseases affecting the lungs and respiratory system. Our experienced pulmonologists offer evidence-based diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of both acute and chronic respiratory conditions, helping patients breathe easier and enjoy a better quality of life.

Our Services

Respiratory Disease Management

• Asthma
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Pneumonia
• Tuberculosis (TB)
• Bronchitis

Lung Health Evaluation

• Chronic cough assessment
• Breathlessness evaluation
• Chest infection management
• Smoking-related lung disease

Sleep & Airway Disorders

• Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) evaluation
• Snoring assessment
• Sleep-related breathing disorders

Preventive & Long-Term Respiratory Care

• Smoking cessation counselling
• Long-term respiratory disease follow-up
• Pulmonary rehabilitation guidance
• Preventive respiratory health advice

Conditions We Commonly Treat

• Asthma
• COPD
• Pneumonia
• Tuberculosis
• Chronic cough
• Breathlessness
• Allergic airway diseases
• Pleural diseases
• Interstitial lung diseases
• Sleep-related breathing disorders

When Should You Consult a Pulmonologist?

You should seek specialist consultation if you experience:

• Persistent cough lasting more than three weeks
• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
• Wheezing
• Chest tightness
• Recurrent chest infections
• Coughing up blood
• Persistent snoring with daytime sleepiness
• Long-standing smoking-related respiratory symptoms
• Abnormal chest X-ray requiring further evaluation

Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment help preserve lung function and improve long-term respiratory health.

Facilities

• Comprehensive pulmonology consultation
• Evaluation and management of acute and chronic lung diseases
• Asthma and COPD management
• Tuberculosis care and follow-up
• Sleep apnoea and snoring assessment
• Smoking cessation counselling
• Multidisciplinary collaboration with physicians, intensivists, radiologists, and physiotherapists.