Breathlessness — whether on exertion or at rest — is never normal and should always be investigated. Charak Hospital's pulmonology team manages the complete spectrum of respiratory conditions: asthma, COPD, chronic cough, interstitial lung disease, pleural effusion,
sleep apnoea, and post-COVID lung complications. Our goal is not just symptom relief but accurate diagnosis, disease control, and better quality of life.
Respiratory Conditions We Treat
- Asthma — including difficult-to-control and cough-variant asthma
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) / Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pleural Effusion (fluid around the lungs)
- Pneumonia and recurrent chest infections
- Pulmonary Tuberculosis and its complications
- Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
- Post-COVID Lung Complications
- Lung Cancer — staging and multidisciplinary care
Diagnostic Services
- Spirometry / Pulmonary Function Tests (PFT)
- 6-Minute Walk Test
- Chest X-ray and HRCT (High Resolution CT) chest
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with BAL and biopsy
- Pulse oximetry monitoring
- Allergy testing — RAST panel
- Sleep study (polysomnography) for sleep apnoea
Treatment Options
Inhaler Therapy
SABA, LABA, ICS, LAMA inhalers — correct device selection and inhalation technique are as important as the drug. Our specialists demonstrate and review technique at every visit.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Structured exercise and breathing training programme for COPD and ILD patients. Improves exercise tolerance, reduces breathlessness, and cuts hospitalisation rates.
Interventional Pulmonology
Bronchoscopy for diagnosis and therapeutic drainage. Pleural tap and pleurodesis for recurrent effusions. CPAP/BiPAP for sleep apnoea and respiratory failure.
Warning Signs — Seek Help Today
- Shortness of breath on minimal exertion
- Cough lasting more than 3 weeks
- Coughing up blood (haemoptysis)
- Wheeze that is not improving with inhalers
- Night sweats, fever, unexplained weight loss
- Swollen legs with breathlessness
