By Dr. Dixit Kumar Thakur “The most common thing I hear from new patients at Pulmovista Clinics is: ‘I’ve had allergies for years but no one has ever tested me.’ They’ve been given antihistamines, nasal sprays, inhalers — sometimes all three — without anyone ever identifying what they’re actually allergic to. Finding the hidden trigger … Read more
By Dr. Dixit Kumar Thakur If you or someone you care for has been told they need pulmonary rehabilitation — or if you are a patient with COPD, interstitial lung disease, asthma, or another chronic respiratory condition who is struggling with breathlessness and declining function — this guide is written for you. Its purpose is … Read more
By Dr. Dixit Kumar Thakur “Most of my sleep apnea patients at Pulmovista Clinics come to me not because they know they have sleep apnea — but because their partner has finally had enough of the snoring, or because they are so exhausted despite a full night’s sleep that they can no longer function at … Read more
By Dr. Dixit Kumar Thakur “Every March to June at Pulmovista Clinics, I see a sharp and predictable surge in asthma emergency visits. The cause is almost always the same — Delhi’s dust storm season has arrived, and patients who were managing reasonably well just weeks ago are now struggling to breathe. If you have … Read more
Expert Care by Dr. Dixit Kumar ThakurAt Pulmovista Clinics Introduction Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that affects millions of people in India. While many patients manage their symptoms with inhalers and medications, some individuals continue to experience frequent asthma attacks despite regular treatment. This condition is known as severe asthma, and it requires advanced … Read more
There is a conversation that happens in bedrooms across Delhi every single night. One person is fast asleep, completely unaware. The other is lying wide awake, staring at the ceiling, listening to a sound that oscillates between a low rumble and something resembling a freight train passing through the wall. By morning, the snorer has … Read more
Pregnancy changes everything — the way you eat, the way you sleep, the way you think about every single thing you put into your body. For women living with asthma, this heightened awareness brings a question that causes genuine anxiety from the moment that pregnancy test comes back positive: are my asthma medications safe for … Read more
By Dr. Dixit Kumar Thakur | Consultant Pulmonologist, PulmoVista Clinics, Delhi MBBS | MD Pulmonology | Fellowship in Sleep Medicine & Respiratory Critical Care Every April and May, something predictable happens at PulmoVista Clinics. The waiting room fills up with patients who all say some version of the same thing: “Doctor, I do not know … Read more
Expert Care by Dr. Dixit Kumar ThakurAt Pulmovista Clinics Introduction Summer in Delhi is often associated with extreme heat and rising temperatures, but one of the most overlooked factors affecting respiratory health is dry air. Low humidity levels combined with dust and pollution can irritate the airways and trigger various breathing problems. Many patients visiting … Read more
Expert Care by Dr. Dixit Kumar ThakurAt Pulmovista Clinics Introduction When we think of respiratory infections in Delhi, winter pollution often comes to mind. However, summer conditions can also significantly impact lung health. Rising temperatures, dry air, dust storms, and increased pollution levels create an environment where respiratory infections can develop and worsen quickly. Many … Read more