Respiratory conditions refer to disorders of the lungs, nose, throat and other parts of the respiratory tract and diaphragm. This can range from simple conditions to potentially complex conditions requiring a multidisciplinary team of medical specialists such as trained intensive care and infectious disease specialists, thoracic surgeons and radiologists.
Respiratory conditions include:
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), a life-threatening lung condition that causes dangerously low oxygen levels in the blood
Allergies
Asthma
Airway disorders
Benign tumours
Bronchiectasis, a long-term condition where the airways of the lungs become widened
Bronchitis, an infection of the main airways of the lungs (bronchi)
Diffuse parenchymal lung diseases (DPLD) related to collagen vascular disease, a group of different disorders mainly characterised by progressive scarring of the lung architecture and often resulting in respiratory failure
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a disease that causes scarring (fibrosis) of the lungs
Interstitial lung disease, including complex and rare lung conditions, a large group of diseases that cause scarring (fibrosis) and irreversible damage to the lungs
Pulmonary vascular diseases, diseases affecting the blood vessels leading to or from the lungs
Restrictive lung disorders, chronic lung conditions that limit the ability of the lungs to expand during inhalation
Sleep apnoea, a sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts
Sleep disorders
Severe sepsis
Tuberculous effusion, a build-up of fluid in the space between the lining of the lung and the lung tissue (pleural space) after long-term tuberculosis infection
*This is not a complete list of all the conditions that we recognise and treat. The information provided is for educational reference only and should not be seen as medical advice.
Please consult one of our qualified healthcare specialists for an accurate diagnosis before starting on any treatment.
What are some natural ways to soothe a persistent cough or coughing fit? From hydration to honey, these home remedies can provide cough relief and promote healing.
Asthma is a chronic illness affecting hundreds of millions of people worldwide. It's important to know how to recognise an asthma attack and when to go to UCC.