Children Lung Clinic (Respirology)

Lung Clinic (Respirology)

Most common lung problems are cared for by our walk-in doctors. Our clinic is open every day from 8am to 11pm, including holidays for you to walk-in and see a doctor, where we have a lab, x-ray, ultrasound, and pharmacy on-site.
For more complicated lung problems, a medical specialist at our clinic can help you.

We treat a wide range of respiratory conditions, including:

  • Asthma
  • Tuberculosis (TB)
  • Sleep apnea
  • Pneumonia and other lung infections
  • Chronic cough
  • Excess phlegm
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

People with lung problems often face a range of challenges, depending on the specific condition and its severity.

Common respiratory conditions include:

Our doctors can help care for your respiratory concerns.

Managing lung conditions often requires a combination of treatments, including medications (e.g., bronchodilators, steroids), lifestyle changes (e.g., smoking cessation, regular exercise), pulmonary rehabilitation, and sometimes oxygen therapy.

  • Asthma: A chronic inflammatory disease that causes wheezing, shortness of breath, and coughing.
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis and leads to long-term breathing difficulties.
  • Pulmonary Hypertension: High blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs, making it harder for the heart to pump blood to the lungs.
  • Pneumonia: An infection that causes inflammation in the lungs, leading to coughing, fever, and difficulty breathing.
  • Bronchiolitis: Often caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), affects the small airways in the lungs, primarily in infants.
  • Sinusitis: The inflammation of the sinuses, often causing congestion, facial pain, and headaches.
  • Pharyngitis: Or sore throat, can be viral or bacterial, leading to pain, difficulty swallowing, and sometimes fever.
  • Pertussis: Also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious bacterial infection that causes severe coughing fits.
  • Tuberculosis (TB): A serious bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs, causing persistent cough, night sweats, and weight loss.

These respiratory conditions require proper diagnosis and treatment to manage symptoms and improve quality of life. A respirologist, also known as a pulmonologist, is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases and conditions that affect the lungs and respiratory system

Respirologists use various diagnostic tools, including pulmonary function tests (PFTs), chest X-rays, CT scans, and bronchoscopy, to assess lung function and identify underlying issues. They treat these conditions with medications (e.g., inhalers, steroids), lifestyle changes (like smoking cessation), oxygen therapy, and sometimes more invasive procedures like lung biopsies or mechanical ventilation.

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