London’s Respiratory Consultant

Asthma is a lung disease caused by inflammation and narrowing of the bronchial mucosa. It is important to manage this condition through appropriate medical therapy. Patients suffer from cough, wheeze, shortness of breath and tiredness most often. Find out more.

There are different diseases that cause respiratory failure - COPD, infection, muscle diseases, sleep apnoea, fibrosis and a spectrum of other respiratory diseases. There needs to be a thorough investigation of the cause of respiratory failure. Patients will suffer from breathlessness and other respiratory symptoms affecting their quality of life.

COVID-19 is a highly infectious respiratory illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may include fever, cough, shortness of breath, and loss of taste or smell. While many recover fully, some patients experience complications affecting the lungs and other organs. A respiratory consultant can provide expert care for COVID-19 patients, particularly those with severe symptoms or pre-existing lung conditions.

Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), refers to persistent symptoms that continue for weeks or months after the initial COVID-19 infection. Common respiratory symptoms include breathlessness, chest pain, and chronic cough. A respiratory specialist can help diagnose and manage long COVID symptoms, offering tailored treatment plans to improve lung function and overall quality of life.