A cough is one of the most common symptoms that sends people to the doctor. As many as 30 million medical visits are related to coughing. Most coughs are caused by upper respiratory infections like a ...

Any pain in the chest area that lasts longer than a month can be a sign of a serious lung condition, such as lung disease. A thing to be on the lookout for, according to Villalona-Calero, is “chest ...

Two very different patients, a farmer and a medical student, show how lung diseases can hide behind unusual symptoms. A ...

Lung cancer is a killer, claiming the lives of more Americans than any other type of cancer. That’s because it’s often found late, when it has already spread, says Dr. Humberto Choi, a pulmonologist ...

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"A common flu or cough does not last more than three to five days. If it carries on for more than that, it could be something serious," Dr Harish Chafle, senior consultant and chest physician, who ...

Lung cancer often doesn’t cause symptoms in the early stages. Even when symptoms do appear, they don’t always include a cough. A tumor in your lung can cause irritation or fluid buildup in your ...

Coughing up blood, medically known as hemoptysis, can trigger immediate panic and concern. While this symptom certainly warrants attention, understanding the various causes can help you better assess ...

Mucus is your body’s natural defence, but too much of it can make breathing feel like you’re inhaling through a wet sponge. Your lungs produce mucus every day to trap dust, germs, and irritants.