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Pulmonologist warns against self-medicating respiratory symptoms
short by / on Wednesday, 7 May, 2025
Self-medicating cough, breathlessness, or fever can be dangerous. Dr Viswesvaran Balasubramanian, Interventional Pulmonologist at Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad, warned that over-the-counter drugs may mask serious conditions like lung cancer, tuberculosis, or chronic lung disease. Early diagnosis and timely consultation with a pulmonologist are crucial for better outcomes.
read more at Medical Dialogues