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62 years
Experience
Dr. Nausherwan K. Burki, MD
- Farmington, CT
- King Edward Medical University
- Accepting new patients
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Should I go to the ER for an asthma attack?
Discuss with your primary care provider.
Can you have a lung infection without a cough?
Unusual, but yes.
Should I go to the hospital?
Must have herself examined by a physician.
Emphysema?
All fruits - they do not affect emphysema.
What type of doctor treats respiratory issues?
A pulmonologist
Can children develop whooping cough?
Of course, if they haven't been vaccinated.
How long does it take to recover after pneumonia?
Assuming you are otherwise healthy, about 3 weeks.
Can swallowed water go into your lung?
Very rarely it might happen but you would immediately cough it out.
Can pneumonia cause pain in ribs?
Yes, when the lining of the lung (the pleura) is inflamed.
Are your lungs damaged after pneumonia?
Depends on the type of pneumonia. The usual, bacterial pneumonias, when fully recovered, leave no lasting damage in the lungs.
Will my child always see the same pulmonologist?
Not necessarily – paediatric and adult pulmonary physicians are different.
What does it mean if you cough up a bit of blood?
It could be just an acute infection or something more serious.
Wearing masks?
No, wearing a mask for a long time does not affect your oxygen level.
How long does it take to get over bronchitis and pneumonia?
Depends on the infecting bacteria but usually a couple of weeks or less.
How long are patients typically on ventilators?
Depending on the underlying cause, from 2 days to weeks
Is COVID-19 more of a clotting issue?
The clotting is primarily occurring in the lungs, so it is a lung issue, but the inflammation in the lungs (pneumonia) is equally important.
How long does it take to do a pulmonary function test?
Depending on the test, 15 to 30 minutes.
How often should you get a pneumonia vaccine?
Once, and possibly repeat after age 65 years
