Why Nipah Virus Is a Serious Respiratory Concern The Nipah virus (NiV) is a rare but highly dangerous viral infection known for its high mortality rate and potential to cause severe complications involving the lungs and brain. While outbreaks are uncommon, the virus demands serious attention because early symptoms can resemble common viral illnesses—yet deterioration … Read more
Introduction: Lung Detox Is Trending — But Does It Really Work? “Lung detox” has become a popular term, especially among people living in polluted cities like Delhi. From herbal remedies and steam inhalation to breathing exercises and diet plans, many claim these methods can “clean” the lungs and improve breathing. But the real question is: … Read more
Introduction: Specialized Lung Care Matters Respiratory diseases like asthma, COPD, and lung infections are increasingly common in Delhi due to air pollution, allergies, smoking exposure, and recurrent infections. Many patients struggle for years with persistent cough, breathlessness, or repeated chest infections before receiving the right diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Dixit Thakur, a senior pulmonologist and … Read more
Introduction: Why Pulmonary Rehabilitation Matters Breathing difficulty doesn’t always improve with medicines alone. Many patients continue to experience breathlessness, fatigue, and reduced physical capacity despite regular treatment. This is where pulmonary rehabilitation plays a crucial role. According to Dr. Dixit Kumar Thakur, a senior pulmonologist and respiratory disease specialist, pulmonary rehabilitation is one of the … Read more
Introduction: Why Accurate Lung Diagnosis Matters Breathing problems such as chronic cough, breathlessness, wheezing, or chest tightness are often ignored or treated symptomatically. However, many lung diseases progress silently and require accurate diagnosis to prevent long-term damage. According to a respiratory disease specialist in Delhi, advanced diagnostic tests like spirometry, pulmonary function tests (PFT), and … Read more
Introduction: COPD Needs Long-Term, Structured Care Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive lung condition that affects breathing, energy levels, and overall quality of life. In a city like Delhi—where air pollution, smoking exposure, and recurrent respiratory infections are common—COPD is being diagnosed at younger ages and in non-smokers as well. According to Dr. … Read more
Introduction: COPD – A Silent but Growing Problem in Delhi Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is often called a silent lung disease because its early symptoms are subtle and frequently ignored. In a city like Delhi—where air pollution, smoking exposure, and recurring respiratory infections are common—COPD is no longer limited to elderly smokers. According to … Read more
Is Complete Asthma Control Really Possible? Asthma is often misunderstood as a condition that inevitably worsens over time. Many patients believe frequent attacks, daily breathlessness, and emergency inhaler use are “normal.” However, modern medical science tells a very different story. According to Dr. Dixit Kumar Thakur, a senior respiratory disease specialist in Delhi, asthma can … Read more
Asthma affects people of all ages, but its symptoms, triggers, and treatment can differ significantly between children and adults. In Delhi, rising air pollution, seasonal allergies, and frequent respiratory infections have led to a noticeable increase in asthma cases across age groups. According to Dr. Dixit Kumar Thakur, a senior respiratory disease specialist in Delhi, … Read more
Why the Right Asthma Medication Matters Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition affecting millions of people in Delhi. Due to high pollution levels, seasonal allergies, and frequent respiratory infections, asthma patients in the city often experience worsening symptoms such as breathlessness, wheezing, chest tightness, and persistent cough. According to Dr. Dixit Thakur, a leading pulmonologist … Read more