Rising pollution in the city is putting your lungs at risk. However, lifestyle factors are also a big contributing factor to respiratory problems.

Just by living where we do and because of the increased traffic emissions, we are at an increased risk of respiratory diseases. Because of this, it is particularly important for us to quickly and efficiently diagnose and treat respiratory problems. Our pulmonologists (lung specialists) offer asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema treatment, and also give up-to-date advice on how to protect ourselves and our families from respiratory diseases through lifestyle choices.

We here at QueensDocs want to share some facts and statistics about different types of lung conditions because knowing the risks, causes, and symptoms, you will be able to make informed choices to help protect yourself and your family.

Asthma

  • Approximately 25 million people in the U.S. alone have asthma and on average ten Americans die every day from Asthma.
  • Black Americans are three times more likely to die from asthma than white Americans.
  • Asthma is also affected by genetics, allergies, cigarette smoke, mold, gas stoves, and high humidity

COPD

  • COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which includes conditions such as bronchitis and emphysema.
  • COPD mostly affects adults, with 75% of patients diagnosed with chronic bronchitis and 90% of patients with emphysema being over 45 years old.
  • The problems, however, can begin earlier in life, with symptoms such as breathlessness, chest tightness, fatigue, and chronic coughing developing over time.

Lung Cancer

  • Lung cancer shares a lot of the same symptoms with COPD; so, it’s important to visit a lung specialist as soon as possible to have your symptoms checked out.
  • Every 2.3 minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with lung cancer.
  • Quick diagnosis is vital. While fewer than 20% of patients diagnosed with lung cancer survive more than five years, if it is caught before it spreads, chances of surviving increase significantly. So make an appointment as soon as possible if you have any symptoms whatsoever and get regular checkups even if you don’t.

Here At QueensDocs

Whether you’re seeking professional help about your child’s asthma or concerned about your persistent shortness of breath, make sure you seek the advice of a pulmonary doctor. We have many pulmonary doctors on hand here at QueensDocs to listen to your concerns.

Breathing is an essential part of life and you shouldn’t have to fight for it. If you’re wheezy or find that you are regularly short of breath, there’s nothing gained by ignoring it. Visit a clinic who can refer you to dedicated lung specialists who will be able to rule out life-threatening conditions such as COPD or lung cancer. Lung conditions share many symptoms with heart problems, so be prepared to be referred to a cardiologist. It is important to get regular check-ups and book an appointment as soon as possible if you have any symptoms whatsoever as some of these conditions, such as lung cancer, don’t show symptoms until it is too late.

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