Patients seeking COPD treatment at Manipal Hospitals receive comprehensive and personalised care from experienced pulmonologists and respiratory specialists. Pulmonologists begin with a thorough evaluation of symptoms, smoking history, environmental exposure, and previous exacerbations. They perform spirometry to confirm airflow limitation and assess disease severity.
Once the diagnosis is confirmed, doctors create an individualised COPD treatment plan. This includes inhaled bronchodilators, which help relax airway muscles and improve airflow. In some cases, specialists may prescribe inhaled corticosteroids to reduce airway inflammation and prevent flare-ups. Pulmonary rehabilitation programmes combine supervised exercise, breathing techniques, and education to improve lung capacity and daily functioning.
The team strongly advise smoking cessation to slow disease progression. Vaccinations against influenza and pneumonia help reduce infection risk. In advanced COPD, oxygen therapy may be recommended to maintain adequate oxygen levels.
Regular follow-up visits allow doctors to monitor lung function, adjust medications, and manage exacerbations promptly. Long-term management focuses on symptom control, preventing complications, and maintaining independence and quality of life.
