Dr. Stefan Cristian Stanel
I’d like to make a quick comment about how COPD is often diagnosed in people who have smoked for a very long time. COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is one of the most common medical conditions and…
In this post I would like to address the following question received on my YouTube channel, in relation to the AirFluSal inhaler which is a combination device containing an inhaled corticosteroid (fluticasone) and bronchodilator (salmeterol). “My voice changed a lot…
In this post I would like to outline 4 major causes of a chronic cough (coughing that doesn’t seem to go away for more than 2 months). At the end of the page I have included a video in which…
Most people know that physical activity has numerous health benefits. Despite this, we still have to battle with an epidemic of sedentary behaviours and obesity affecting billions. Our mind can play tricks on us and we need to be aware…
In this post I will outline the principles for treating an asthma attack. Please also check with your doctor/nurse to make sure that you have a plan in place for what do to. This article will likely not cover all…
This post will hopefully clarify some of the many questions that I receive on my Youtube channel about the Symbicort inhaler. I do not claim that Symbicort is better than other inhalers, it just seems to be one of the…
What is pulmonary fibrosis (scarring of the lungs)? In this episode I provide a thorough overview and highlight the difference between progressive and non-progressive lung fibrosis, causes, getting a clear diagnosis, follow-up over time and treatment. You can listen to…
In this episode I cover some tips to improve cough at home after a cold or a chest infection. Get rid of your cough faster by allowing your airways to recover: 1) use soothing lozenges, honey or tea 2) keep…