Dr. Neha Mohan Rao Reviews

8-year-old Rohan from a rural Karnataka village arrived with persistent nocturnal coughing that local doctors misdiagnosed as asthma. Dr. Rao discovered he'd aspirated a tamarind seed months earlier during harvest season. Using pediatric bronchoscopy, she removed the seed embedded in his right bronchus. The farming family, who'd sold their goat to afford travel, wept with relief when Rohan breathed freely again.

17-year-old competitive swimperformer Meera presented with unexplained exercise-induced hypoxia. Dr. Rao identified rare swim-induced pulmonary edema (SIPE) through specialized cardiopulmonary testing. She designed a unique pre-swim breathing protocol and gradual return-to-training plan. Meera returned to national competitions within three months, now using the breathing techniques to enhance her performance. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)

2-year-old Aditya, adopted from an orphanage, had recurrent pneumonias and failure to thrive. Dr. Rao diagnosed primary ciliary dyskinesia after observing situs inversus on imaging. She implemented customized chest physiotherapy and scheduled antibiotic rotations. The adoptive parents, both software engineers, developed a mobile app to track his treatments, which Dr. Rao now recommends to other PCD families. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)

14-year-old Aisha from a low-income family struggled with severe brittle asthma uncontrolled by standard medications. Dr. Rao initiated biologic therapy through a pharmaceutical assistance program and taught her traditional breathing exercises blended with modern spacer techniques. Aisha's emergency visits dropped from monthly to zero over six months, allowing her to resume school regularly. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)

6-year-old Vikram, son of migrant construction workers, arrived in respiratory distress with metallic foreign body aspiration. Dr. Rao discovered he'd swallowed a small screw from his father's toolbox. Emergency rigid bronchoscopy revealed the screw lodged near the carina. The hospital's charity fund covered the procedure, and Dr. Rao connected the family with child safety resources. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)

11-year-old diabetic Sanjana developed recurrent lung abscesses resistant to multiple antibiotics. Dr. Rao identified hyperglycemia-related immune dysfunction and collaborated with endocrinology to optimize glucose control. She implemented targeted antibiotic therapy based on bronchoalveolar lavage cultures, clearing the infection completely after eight weeks of coordinated care. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)

4-year-old twins from an affluent family both developed mysterious seasonal respiratory collapses. Dr. Rao discovered rare mold hypersensitivity pneumonitis from their home's central air system. Environmental testing revealed aspergillus in the ducts. After remediation and temporary corticosteroid treatment, both children recovered fully, with Dr. Rao documenting this as a rare case of twin presentation. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)

16-year-old Rohit, a street vendor's son, presented with progressive shortness of breath and digital clubbing. Dr. Rao diagnosed advanced bronchiectasis from untreated childhood pertussis. She created a low-cost home management plan using modified drainage positions and negotiated reduced medication costs. Rohit's lung function improved 40% over four months, allowing him to help his family business. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)

9-month-old Nandini was transferred from a district hospital with persistent stridor since birth. Dr. Rao identified severe laryngomalacia with secondary pulmonary hypertension using dynamic airway evaluation. She performed supraglottoplasty, the infant's breathing normalized within days, and the pulmonary hypertension resolved without medication over subsequent months. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)

13-year-old Kavya from a single-parent household had unexplained chronic cough for two years. Dr. Rao diagnosed habit cough syndrome triggered by parental separation anxiety. Through breathing retraining therapy and family counseling sessions, Kavya's cough resolved completely in six weeks without medication, restoring family dynamics. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)

5-year-old Arjun, son of Himalayan tourists, developed high-altitude pulmonary edema during a family trek. Dr. Rao managed his care with controlled oxygen therapy and gradual descent simulation in the hospital's hyperbaric chamber. She educated the family about acclimatization strategies, preventing recurrence during their future mountain travels. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)

15-year-old transgender patient Samarth presented with worsening asthma during hormone therapy. Dr. Rao identified corticosteroid-induced bronchial hyperreactivity and collaborated with endocrinology to adjust treatment timing. She developed an asthma action plan synchronized with hormone cycles, significantly improving Samarth's quality of life and mental health. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)

3-year-old Lakshmi from a remote tribal community had recurrent lung infections and developmental delay. Dr. Rao diagnosed rare pulmonary alveolar proteinosis through lung biopsy. She arranged for whole lung lavage under general anesthesia and connected the family with tribal health initiatives for ongoing support and monitoring. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)

10-year-old Rhea, daughter of naval officers, developed psychogenic breath-holding spells during parental deployments. Dr. Rao implemented biofeedback therapy and created a 'breathing buddy' system using video calls with deployed parents. The spells reduced from daily to monthly, with Rhea learning to manage anxiety through diaphragmatic breathing techniques. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)

7-year-old Mohammed from a refugee family presented with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis. Dr. Rao coordinated with national TB programs to access newer anti-TB drugs and monitored him through directly observed therapy. After eighteen months of careful management, Mohammed achieved full cure, with Dr. Rao documenting successful treatment outcomes in pediatric MDR-TB. (Patient of Dr. Mohan)