Dr. Shivaraj A L A

A 72-year-old retired school teacher with limited income presented with progressive shortness of breath. Dr. Shivaraj identified rare pulmonary alveolar proteinosis through bronchoscopy. Despite financial constraints, he arranged for charitable funding for whole lung lavage treatment. The patient showed 80% improvement in lung function over 3 months.

An 8-year-old girl from a middle-class family was brought in with recurrent pneumonia. Dr. Shivaraj discovered an unusual congenital bronchial anomaly through advanced imaging. He coordinated with pediatric surgeons for minimally corrective surgery. The child made complete recovery with no further infections.

A 45-year-old construction worker presented with acute respiratory distress after chemical exposure at work. Dr. Shivaraj diagnosed acute chemical pneumonitis and initiated aggressive bronchodilator therapy and oxygen support. The patient recovered fully in 2 weeks but required job modification advice.

A 60-year-old farmer with no prior medical history came with mysterious weight loss and night sweats. Dr. Shivaraj diagnosed chronic fungal pneumonia from agricultural exposure. Treatment involved long-term antifungal medication with gradual improvement over 6 months of careful monitoring.

A 28-year-old software engineer from an affluent background presented with persistent dry cough and fatigue. Dr. Shivaraj diagnosed hypersensitivity pneumonitis from mold exposure in his new luxury apartment. Treatment involved corticosteroids and environmental modifications. Full recovery achieved within 6 weeks with no recurrence after relocating.