Dr. Manjunath B G

A 72-year-old retired schoolteacher with limited pension presented with progressive breathlessness. Diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, Dr. Manjunath initiated pirfenidone therapy through a patient assistance program. Her daughter actively participated in care, with disease progression significantly slowed over 6 months.

An 8-year-old child from a rural farming family was brought in with recurrent pneumonia. Dr. Manjunath discovered an overlooked peanut aspiration through bronchoscopy. Immediate removal led to complete resolution, with the entire extended family attending follow-up education on child safety.

A 45-year-old construction worker presented with hemoptysis and weight loss. Diagnosed with advanced silicosis complicated by tuberculosis, Dr. Manjunath coordinated a multidisciplinary approach including DOTS therapy and pulmonary rehabilitation. Partial functional improvement achieved over 9 months of treatment.

A 33-year-old pregnant woman at 28 weeks gestation developed severe asthma exacerbation. Dr. Manjunath carefully managed her condition with pregnancy-safe medications and monitoring, delivering successful outcomes for both mother and baby through coordinated care with obstetrics.

A 28-year-old software engineer from an affluent background presented with persistent dry cough and fatigue. Dr. Manjunath diagnosed hypersensitivity pneumonitis from mold exposure in his new luxury apartment. Treatment involved environmental modifications and short-term corticosteroids, with full recovery in 3 weeks.