The first thing to understand is this: simply because your doctor screens you for Lung Cancer, this in and of itself, does not mean that you have or may have Lung Cancer. Lung Cancer Screenings are just that. A screening, or non-invasive test, to find and detect lung disease early. This is akin to how…
What is a Bronchoscopy?
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Lung Care,
Procedures
Ocala Lung & Critical Care is often asked “Why do I need a Bronchoscopy?” Here are a few of the common reasons and conditions we look for or examine further during a Bronchoscopy. Infections and Diseases of the Lungs – When a patient is suspected of having a serious infection, bronchoscopy is performed to get…
What is Bronchial Thermoplasty?
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Lung Care,
Procedures
Do you suffer from asthma? If you have not yet met with an Ocala Lung and Critical Care BT Certified Pulmologist, we encourage you to answer a short asthma impact survey designed to help you describe your asthma and its impact on you. Typically Bronchial Thermoplasty is right for patients whom are already on multiple…