Dr. Stefan Cristian Stanel
Can you use inhalers (like Symbicort) to treat lung fibrosis? I received this question on the channel about using Symbicort to treat lung fibrosis. Inhalers are not a treatment for pulmonary fibrosis (scarring of the lungs) but they can help…
In the video below I discuss about the symptoms of tuberculosis (TB) and why this condition is still a very important problem today. It is very important to be able to diagnose TB early and knowing the symptoms can help.…
An explanation about the number of doses in Symbicort Turbuhaler. The dose counter does not go down in individual numbers and it looks like it does not move at all after the first few inhalations. The dial showing the number…
The video below is an explanation regarding common causes of long-term cough that doesn’t go away after 6-8 weeks. If you are struggling with a cough for over 2 months it is a good idea to see your doctor for…
The video below provides a simple explanation of what is DNA and messenger RNA (and also ribosomes). This is useful to know especially as we now have coronavirus vaccines based on mRNA technology. Messenger RNA is a temporary copy of…
What is COPD? COPD means chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. In this short video I provide a quick explanation of the condition, COPD symptoms and treatment. It is very important to diagnose COPD early and if you are smoking, to stop.
What are some early symptoms of COPD – chronic obstructive pulmonary disease? This condition affects many people, generally over the age of 40-50. Most commonly, it affects people who smoked for many years. Initially, most patients complain of fatigue, tiredness,…
Having a persistent cough after a chest infection is relatively common. Many people are worried about this residual cough and many seek medical advice very early after the infection is gone. For up to 6-8 weeks after the infection there…