Pulmonology

What is pulmonology?

Pulmonology at Solution Health Specialists is a branch of medicine that diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the lungs, helping patients breathe easier and avoid lung disease-related complications. The skilled specialists tailor pulmonary medicine treatments that match patients’ needs and goals, treating minor concerns early before they cause severe breathing problems.

Which conditions can pulmonology services help treat?

Lung conditions detected and treated by the pulmonology experts at Solution Health Specialists include:

• Pneumonia
• Respiratory infections 
• Asthma
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Emphysema
• Lung cancer
• Bronchititis
• Interstitial lung disease
• Pulmonary vascular disease
• Sleep apnea and other sleep disorders affecting breathing
• Fungal infections of the lungs
• Cystic fibrosis
• Allergies
• Tuberculosis

Signs of lung conditions include chronic coughing, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, wheezing, and chest pain. The Solution Health Specialists team finds the root cause of any bothersome symptoms to provide the relief you deserve.

What are the risk factors for lung diseases?

Lung disease risk factors include:

• Smoking or second-hand smoke exposure
• History of asthma
• Underdeveloped lungs
• Aging (being 40 and older)
• Family history of lung problems
• Childhood history of respiratory infections
• Exposure to indoor or outdoor air pollution
• Workplace lung irritants
• Heart disease
• Diabetes
• Chronic respiratory diseases

Reducing the risk of lung diseases requires keeping indoor air quality clean, not smoking, exercising regularly, eating healthy foods, and maintaining an ideal body weight. 

How do pulmonary medicine specialists diagnose lung disorders?

The Solution Health Specialists team diagnoses lung conditions by discussing your symptoms and medical history, assessing your breathing, and completing diagnostic testing. 

They may suggest lung-function tests, chest X-rays or other imaging procedures, a lung biopsy, bronchoscopy using a tiny scope with an attached camera, lab work, a sputum culture, or additional diagnostic tests.

Which pulmonology treatments are available?

The experts at Solution Health Specialists may suggest one or more of the following pulmonology treatments:

• Smoking cessation 
• Other healthy lifestyle habit changes
• Medications
• Nasal sprays
• Inhalers
• Positive airway pressure
• Oral appliances  
• Oxygen therapy
• Pulmonary rehabilitation 
• Medical procedures
• Specialist referrals

If you need surgery or another medical procedure, the Solution Health Specialists team offers referrals. They follow up to ensure an effective and lasting outcome, easier breathing, and an exceptional quality of life. 

Schedule an in-person or telehealth pulmonology evaluation at Solution Health Specialists by phone or request one online today. House calls are also available.