Asthma
Asthma treatment in Tirupati for wheezing, night-time cough and breathlessness, with inhaler technique review and a written action plan.
Department of Respiratory Medicine · SBMCH
Pulmonology & Respiratory Medicine in Tirupati
A cough that has lasted more than three weeks, breathlessness while climbing stairs, wheezing that worsens at night, or chest infections that keep returning: our specialists at Sri Balaji Medical College & Hospital diagnose and treat conditions of the lungs and airways. As a pulmonology hospital in Tirupati linked to a teaching institution, we combine clinical examination with lung function testing, chest imaging, bronchoscopy and critical care support under one roof.
Is this the right department?
When to See a Pulmonologist in Tirupati
A pulmonologist, also called a chest specialist or lung specialist, treats problems of the lungs and airways. Book a consultation if you notice any of the following.
- Cough lasting more than three weeks, or cough with blood in the sputum
- Breathlessness while walking, climbing stairs or at rest
- Wheezing or a whistling sound while breathing, often worse at night
- Repeated chest infections, or pneumonia that keeps coming back
- Chest tightness, or chest discomfort that worsens on taking a deep breath
- Loud snoring with pauses in breathing, and sleepiness through the day
- Long-term smoking, or regular exposure to dust, smoke or fumes at work
- Known asthma or COPD with frequent attacks or rising inhaler use
Breathing emergency?
For severe breathlessness, bluish lips or fingertips, coughing up blood, chest pain or confusion, come to the Emergency department immediately or call us.
Emergency: 0877 6510510
About the department
Respiratory Medicine Hospital in Tirupati
The Department of Respiratory Medicine at Sri Balaji Medical College, Hospital & Research Institute, Renigunta, diagnoses and treats diseases of the lungs, airways and the lining around the lungs. Breathlessness and cough have many possible causes, so a lung specialist in Tirupati at SBMCH starts by measuring how your lungs are working rather than treating the symptom alone.
Patients come to us for a first opinion on a long-standing cough, for ongoing asthma and COPD care, for tuberculosis treatment and follow-up, and for acute illnesses that need admission, oxygen or ventilator support. Lung function testing, chest imaging and bronchoscopy happen within the hospital, and we coordinate with the intensive care team when breathing support is required.
What you can expect
- Detailed breathing history and a full chest examination
- Pulmonary function testing and spirometry within the hospital
- Chest X-ray and HRCT chest when imaging is needed
- Video bronchoscopy and pleural procedures when indicated
- Oxygen, non-invasive ventilation and ICU support when required
- Inhaler technique training and a planned follow-up schedule
Treatments & procedures
Treatments and Procedures We Offer
Select an area to see how our respiratory specialists assess and manage it.
Asthma & COPD Management
We help patients manage wheezing, breathlessness and persistent cough through personalised treatment, inhaler guidance and regular follow-up. Asthma treatment in Tirupati and COPD treatment in Tirupati at SBMCH are guided by spirometry readings and your symptom pattern, not by a single consultation.
What we manage
- Asthma and related breathing difficulties
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Acute flare-ups and worsening symptoms
- Long-term symptom control and inhaler review
Pneumonia & Respiratory Infections
We assess chest infections and provide treatment based on the cause and severity, with closer monitoring for patients who develop complications. Pneumonia treatment in Tirupati may need admission when oxygen levels fall or the infection spreads.
What we manage
- Pneumonia
- Other respiratory infections
- Infection-related cough and breathlessness
- Severe infections requiring hospital care
Respiratory Failure & Critical Care
Patients with serious breathing difficulties may need urgent treatment and close observation. We coordinate respiratory care with the intensive care team, with monitoring of oxygen levels and blood gases through recovery.
What we manage
- Acute and chronic respiratory failure
- Severe breathing difficulties
- Ventilator support when required
- Monitoring and recovery from critical respiratory illness
Bronchoscopy & Airway Sampling
Bronchoscopy allows the doctor to examine the airways using a thin, flexible instrument. It helps investigate lung problems and carry out selected treatments. Bronchoscopy in Tirupati at SBMCH is performed with a video bronchoscope, and samples are sent to the hospital laboratory.
What we provide
- Flexible fibreoptic or video bronchoscopy
- Diagnostic and selected therapeutic procedures
- Bronchial washing and bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL)
- Airway sampling for laboratory examination
Pleural Procedures
Fluid or air around the lungs can cause breathlessness and discomfort. We assess these conditions and perform drainage procedures when needed, then review how your breathing responds.
What we provide
- Assessment of pleural fluid accumulation
- Thoracentesis for fluid sampling or drainage
- Intercostal drain (ICD) insertion when indicated
- Monitoring and follow-up after drainage
Non-Invasive Ventilation & Oxygen Therapy
We assess the need for oxygen or breathing support and monitor treatment according to each patient's condition, adjusting as oxygen levels and symptoms change.
What we provide
- Non-invasive breathing support using CPAP or BiPAP, as appropriate
- Supplemental oxygen therapy
- High-flow oxygen therapy
- Review of oxygen levels and treatment response
Sleep-Disordered Breathing
Loud snoring, interrupted breathing during sleep and daytime sleepiness may need further assessment. We evaluate these concerns and guide suitable treatment, including sleep apnea treatment in Tirupati with CPAP where it is indicated.
What we manage
- Suspected obstructive sleep apnea
- Sleep-related breathing difficulties
- CPAP treatment and follow-up when indicated
- Coordination for sleep testing when required
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Long-term lung conditions can make everyday activities tiring. Rehabilitation combines supervised exercise, breathing techniques and education to help patients manage daily life.
What we provide
- Individualised exercise guidance
- Breathing and airway clearance techniques
- Advice on pacing activities and conserving energy
- Education on managing chronic respiratory symptoms
Smoking Cessation
Quitting smoking can be difficult. We help patients develop a practical quit plan and provide support throughout the process, including follow-up for cravings and relapse.
What we provide
- Assessment of smoking habits and dependence
- Counselling and a personalised quit plan
- Medicines or nicotine replacement when appropriate
- Follow-up support for cravings and relapse prevention
Explore by condition
Lung and Breathing Conditions We Help With
Common conditions our respiratory specialists assess, test for and treat.
COPD
COPD treatment in Tirupati for long-term smokers and patients with repeated flare-ups, guided by spirometry and oxygen assessment.
Tuberculosis
TB treatment in Tirupati with assessment, sputum and imaging tests, coordinated treatment and follow-up until completion.
Pneumonia & Chest Infections
Pneumonia treatment in Tirupati, plus care for repeated chest infections and the cough that lingers after them.
Lung Function Testing
Book a lung function test in Tirupati, including spirometry and pulmonary function testing, to measure how well your lungs are working.
Sleep Apnea
Assessment for snoring, pauses in breathing during sleep and daytime sleepiness, with CPAP support when it is needed.
Sub-specialities
Focused Areas of Care
Within Respiratory Medicine, our team gives dedicated attention to these areas.
Interventional Pulmonology
Assessment of airway and pleural conditions using bronchoscopy and selected procedures.
- Diagnostic and selected therapeutic bronchoscopy
- Bronchial washing, BAL and sampling
- Pleural fluid drainage and chest drain procedures
Critical Care Pulmonology
Respiratory care for patients with severe illness, coordinated with the intensive care team.
- Respiratory failure
- Non-invasive and invasive ventilation
- Monitoring and support during recovery
Asthma & COPD
Ongoing care to improve symptom control and reduce the impact of breathing difficulties on daily life.
- Asthma assessment and follow-up
- COPD management and exacerbation care
- Inhaler technique and self-management guidance
Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
Evaluation of conditions that cause inflammation or scarring within the lungs, with treatment guided by the underlying diagnosis.
- Persistent dry cough and unexplained breathlessness
- Review of lung function and chest imaging
- Treatment planning and specialist coordination
Pulmonary Hypertension
Assessment of suspected high pressure in the lung's blood vessels, with coordinated specialist care.
- Evaluation of unexplained breathlessness
- Assessment of associated lung conditions
- Specialist referral and ongoing monitoring
Pleural Diseases
Diagnosis and management of conditions affecting the lining around the lungs.
- Pleural effusion (fluid around the lungs)
- Pneumothorax (air around the lungs)
- Pleural sampling and drainage when indicated
Sleep Medicine
Assessment and management of breathing problems that affect sleep and daytime wellbeing.
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Sleep-related breathing concerns
- CPAP support and treatment review
Respiratory Infections & Tuberculosis
Evaluation and treatment of lung infections, with attention to recovery, follow-up and prevention of transmission.
- Pneumonia and other respiratory infections
- Tuberculosis assessment and coordinated treatment
- Persistent or recurrent chest infections
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Support to improve physical endurance and help patients cope with the effects of chronic lung disease.
- Supervised exercise and breathing techniques
- Activity pacing and symptom management
- Education for patients and caregivers
Smoking Cessation
Practical help for patients who want to stop smoking and maintain a tobacco-free routine.
- Tobacco-dependence assessment
- Behavioural counselling and treatment support
- Follow-up and relapse prevention
Diagnostics & technology
Tests and Equipment That Support Your Diagnosis
Lung function testing, chest imaging and bronchoscopy are available within the hospital, so results reach your doctor quickly.
- Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT)
- Spirometry
- Video Bronchoscopy
- HRCT Chest
- Chest X-ray
- Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Analysis
- Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT)
- Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
- Video Bronchoscope
- Pulmonary Function Testing System
- CPAP & BiPAP Devices
- High-Flow Oxygen Systems
- ICU Ventilators
- Nebulizers
- Portable Oxygen Systems
- Bronchoscopy Accessories & Sampling Systems
- Pleural Drainage Systems
- Portable Pulse Oximeters
- Suction Systems
- Oxygen Flow Meters & Regulators
- Airway Clearance Devices
- Incentive Spirometers
- Respiratory Monitoring Systems
- Emergency Airway Management Equipment
Our specialists
Meet Our Chest Specialists in Tirupati
Our chest specialists are part of the clinical and teaching faculty of Sri Balaji Medical College, Hospital & Research Institute.
Dr. A.Sreekanth Yadav
Asst. Prof.
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Dr. P.Mounika
Asst. Prof.
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Your visit
Visiting the Respiratory Medicine OPD in Tirupati
Here is what a consultation with a respiratory specialist at SBMCH usually looks like, from registration to follow-up.
Register at OPD
Bring a photo ID, your inhalers or current medicines, and any previous chest X-ray, CT or sputum reports. Call ahead to confirm doctor availability.
Meet the specialist
The doctor takes a detailed breathing history, examines your chest and explains what may be causing your cough or breathlessness.
Lung tests & imaging
If needed, spirometry, pulmonary function testing, chest X-ray, HRCT or an ABG are done within the hospital so results reach your doctor quickly.
Treatment & follow-up
You leave with a clear plan, including medicines or inhalers, correct inhaler technique, and a date for your next review.
Preventive care
Lung Health and Health Check-ups
Lung conditions often develop slowly. Many people put a daily cough or getting winded on the stairs down to age or fitness, when a simple breathing test would show what is happening. A check is worth it if you smoke, have smoked in the past, or work around dust, smoke or fumes.
- Health history and risk review by a doctor
- Breathing tests when a lung problem is suspected
- Chest imaging where it is indicated
- Support and a quit plan for patients who smoke
Health Check counter
Where: OPD Ground Floor, 'A' Wing
Reporting: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM, Monday to Saturday
Sundays & holidays: by prior appointment
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the best pulmonology hospital in Tirupati?
The right hospital depends on your condition, whether you need lung function testing or a procedure such as bronchoscopy, and whether you may need admission. Sri Balaji Medical College & Hospital, Renigunta, is a pulmonology hospital in Tirupati with in-house pulmonary function testing, chest imaging, video bronchoscopy and intensive care support, so most lung conditions can be assessed and treated in one place.
What does a pulmonologist treat?
A pulmonologist treats diseases of the lungs and airways. This includes asthma, COPD, pneumonia and other chest infections, tuberculosis, interstitial lung disease, pleural effusion, sleep apnea and respiratory failure. Many patients are referred for a long-standing cough or breathlessness that has no clear cause.
How do I find a pulmonologist near me in Tirupati?
If you are searching for a pulmonologist near me or a respiratory specialist near me from Tirupati, Renigunta or the surrounding mandals, the Department of Respiratory Medicine at SBMCH is on Airport Road, Renigunta. Call 0877 6510510 to check OPD timings and doctor availability before you travel.
When should I see a doctor for a cough that will not go away?
See a doctor if a cough lasts more than three weeks, brings up blood, or comes with weight loss, evening fever, night sweats or breathlessness. These can be signs of tuberculosis or another condition that needs a chest X-ray and sputum testing.
What is a lung function test and how do I prepare for it?
A lung function test, also called spirometry or a pulmonary function test, measures how much air you can breathe out and how quickly. You will be asked to blow hard into a mouthpiece several times. Avoid a heavy meal just before, wear loose clothing, and ask your doctor whether to skip your inhaler on the morning of the test.
Is bronchoscopy painful?
Bronchoscopy is done with local anaesthesia to numb the throat and airways, and sedation is used where appropriate, so most patients feel pressure and an urge to cough rather than pain. The procedure usually takes around twenty to thirty minutes. Your doctor will explain fasting instructions and how long you need to stay afterwards.
Do I need an appointment for the Respiratory Medicine OPD?
We recommend calling ahead on 0877 6510510 to confirm doctor availability and OPD timings before your visit, particularly if you may need spirometry or a lung function test on the same day.
Where is Sri Balaji Medical College & Hospital located?
The hospital is on Airport Road, Renigunta, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517520.
Book a consultation
Talk to a Respiratory Specialist at SBMCH
Call us to book a pulmonology consultation in Tirupati or to ask about doctor availability.
- Enquiry
- 0877 6510510
- Hospital
- 0877 2266701
- Emergency
- 0877 6510510
- info.sbmch@gmail.com
- Address
- Sri Balaji Medical College, Hospital & Research Institute, Airport Road, Renigunta, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh 517520
The information on this page is for general awareness and does not replace a consultation with a qualified doctor. Treatment decisions depend on individual examination and test results.
Respiratory Medicine OPD
Breathless or coughing for weeks? Talk to a specialist.
Appointments & Emergency: 0877 6510510