You may need to see a pulmonologist if you experience any respiratory symptoms or have a known respiratory condition. Some examples of respiratory symptoms that may warrant a visit to a pulmonologist include:
- Shortness of breath
- Wheezing
- Chronic coughing
- Chest pain or tightness
- Difficulty breathing
- Chronic snoring or sleep apnea
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Additionally, you may want to see a pulmonologist if you have been diagnosed with a respiratory condition such as asthma, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, lung cancer, or tuberculosis, among others. Pulmonologists can provide specialized care and treatments for these conditions, including medications, oxygen therapy, and pulmonary rehabilitation.
