Pulmonary or Respiratory disease is a medical term that encompasses conditions affecting upper respiratory tract, trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli, pleura and pleural cavity, and the nerves and muscles of breathing. Pulmonary diseases range from mild and self-limiting, such as the common cold, to life-threatening entities like bacterial pneumonia, pulmonary embolism, and lung cancer. Pulmonary Disease Physicians, who deal with these conditions, are highly trained, and are excellent prospects for both professional and upscale offers. |