Lung Health Guide: Managing COPD, Infections & Asthma Written by Dr. Tina M. St. John

Lung Health Guide: Managing COPD, Infections & Asthma

Breathing disorders like COPD and pulmonary fibrosis require a combination of pharmacological tools, airway clearance techniques, and environmental management.

Symptoms of Bronchial Pneumonia

Published Sep,05 2018 | By Dr. Tina M. St. John

Bronchial pneumonia can trigger a range of symptoms, depending on the cause and severity of the lung infection. Here are typical symptoms to watch for with this illness.

Causes of Fatigue, Shortness of Breath and Dizziness

Published Mar,12 2018 | By Dr. Tina M. St. John

Fatigue, shortness of breath and dizziness occur with a wide range of medical disorders primarily affecting the cardiovascular system.

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Characteristics of Benign Lung Nodules

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Dr. Tina M. St. John

Benign lung nodules are small, noncancerous masses of tissue typically discovered incidentally on a chest x-ray or CT scan. One out of every 500 to 1,000 chest x-rays reveals an unexpected lung nodule.

What Are the Side Effects of Oxygen Therapy?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Dr. Tina M. St. John

Air hunger is one of the most distressing of all medical symptoms. Patients who can't derive enough oxygen from the air they breathe typically suffer from this symptom. Oxygen therapy involves supplying an increased concentration of oxygen to the lungs, helping alleviate breathlessness.