Pulmonologists treat respiratory disease — asthma, COPD, pneumonia, TB, sleep apnea, allergic airway disease. Nepal's high air pollution and TB burden make chest medicine particularly important.
Common questions
When should I see a chest specialist?
Persistent cough >3 weeks, breathlessness, wheezing, recurrent chest infections, suspected asthma/COPD, or abnormal chest X-ray. Nepal's TB prevalence means a chronic cough should always be evaluated.
What lung tests exist?
Spirometry (lung function), chest X-ray, sputum tests for TB, sleep studies for apnea. Most are available at Kathmandu diagnostic centers.
General information only — consult a qualified doctor for your specific condition. Emergency: 102.