Asthma vs. COPD in Primary Care Are We Missing Asthma-COPD Overlap Abstract Primary care physicians often encounter considerable difficulty when distinguishing between asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Both conditions share overlapping respiratory symptoms such as cough, wheeze, and breathlessness, which can obscure diagnostic clarity and lead to
Pulmonology
Lung Cancer Screening in Primary Care: Why Uptake Remains Low
Lung Cancer Screening in Primary Care Why Uptake Remains Low Abstract Lung cancer screening has demonstrated substantial potential in reducing disease-specific mortality by enabling early detection of malignancies at a treatable stage. Low-dose computed tomography (LDCT), in particular, has been shown to markedly lower mortality among high-risk
Hidden Link: How Gut Health Influences Asthma and COPD Treatment Outcomes
Hidden Link: How Gut Health Influences Asthma and COPD Treatment Outcomes Introduction Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, currently affecting more than 400 million people. It is characterized by progressive inflammation, structural lung destruction,
PE Protocol: Expert Guide to Managing Incidental Findings on CT Scans
PE Protocol: Expert Guide to Managing Incidental Findings on CT Scans Introduction The implementation of proper pulmonary embolism (PE) protocols is a critical component of modern clinical practice. Pulmonary embolism remains a potentially life-threatening condition, occurring in approximately 5% of patients undergoing computed
Long COVID: Sorting Real Symptoms from Diagnostic Chaos
Is There a Tuberculosis Vaccine? New Research Brings Fresh Hope in 2025
Is There a Tuberculosis Vaccine? New Research Brings Fresh Hope in 2025 Introduction Tuberculosis claims 1.6 million lives annually, yet the question remains: is there a tuberculosis vaccine that effectively protects adults? Despite the century-old Bacillus Calmette–Guérin (BCG) vaccine’s availability, its limited efficacy in preventing adult pulmonary
IBS After COVID- New Research Reveals Hidden Gut-Virus Connection
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Please like and subscribe if you enjoyed this video :-) Introduction This article provides an overview of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) for the general public. It covers the introduction to RSV, its symptoms, transmission methods, diagnosis techniques, prevention strategies, treatment
Stellate Ganglion Block Success In Recurrent Ventricular Arrhythmias
Stellate Ganglion Block Success In Recurrent Ventricular Arrhythmias Overview One potential treatment for refractory ventricular arrhythmias is a stellate ganglion block (SGB). This study analyzed the effectiveness of SGB based on patient and arrhythmia characteristics, as well as predictors of success. Conducted across multiple
Exercise Tests To Detect Early Heart Failure Markers
Exercise Tests To Detect Early Heart Failure Markers Overview Early identification of heart failure (HF) risk is crucial, and current methods require enhancement. This study explored the association between various cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) phenotypes and subclinical markers of HF risk in a large, community-based cohort. The analysis included 2,532 participants from the
