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• Asthma

Asthma is a chronic disease that affects the airways of your lungs. Your airways are the breathing tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs.

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• Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a common problem that affects a person’s breathing during sleep. There are different types of sleep apnea including obstructive (OSA) and central types.

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• Shortness of Breath

Shortness of breath has many possible causes. A proper workup helps identify the cause, guide effective treatment and prevent worsening.

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• Pulmonary Hypertension

Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a general term that is used to describe high blood pressure in the lungs from any cause. This is a different problem than high blood pressure in the whole body.

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• Bronchiectasis

Bronchiectasis is a chronic condition where the airways become permanently widened and damaged, which can predispose to mucus build up, frequent infections and cough.

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• Pleural Effusions

Pleural effusion is the build‑up of excess fluid between the layers of tissue lining the lungs and chest cavity, which can make breathing difficult and requires medical evaluation.

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• Cough

In today’s respiratory environment, a cough can be more than just a nuisance—if it persists or comes with other symptoms, it could signal a more serious issue, so schedule a visit for a full evaluation and appropriate treatment.