About Bronchospasm
Key Highlights
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Provides rapid relief from acute shortness of breath and wheezing.Helps prevent progression to severe respiratory distress or failure.Treatment is typically non-invasive, using inhaled medications.Allows for quick diagnosis of the underlying trigger (e.g., asthma, allergy).Can be managed in various settings, from outpatient clinics to emergency rooms.
Who is this surgery for?
- Acute asthma attack or exacerbation of asthma.
- Worsening of symptoms in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
- Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) affecting the airways.
- Bronchospasm induced by respiratory infections, exercise, or cold air.
- Adverse reaction to certain medications or chemicals.
- Presence of symptoms like sudden wheezing, chest tightness, and severe dyspnea (shortness of breath).
How to prepare
- Immediate clinical assessment of breathing difficulty, oxygen saturation, and vital signs.
- Review of patient's medical history, especially of asthma, allergies, or COPD.
- Quick physical examination focusing on the lungs (auscultation for wheezing).
- Preparation of emergency equipment and medications like short-acting bronchodilators (albuterol/salbutamol) and oxygen.
- In some cases, preparation for spirometry or peak flow measurement to assess severity.
Risks & possible complications
- If untreated, risk of progression to respiratory failure and hypoxemia (low blood oxygen).
- Potential side effects from bronchodilator medications, such as tachycardia (fast heart rate), tremors, or nervousness.
- In severe cases, hospitalization may be required for intensive monitoring and treatment.
- Recurrence of bronchospasm if the underlying trigger is not identified and managed.
- Rare complications from other interventions if needed, such as reactions to systemic steroids.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Relief is often felt within minutes after administration of fast-acting inhalers or nebulizers.
- Patient is monitored until breathing normalizes and vital signs are stable.
- Post-event, a follow-up plan is created to manage the underlying condition (e.g., adjusting asthma controller medications).
- Education on proper inhaler technique and recognizing early warning signs of future episodes.
- Avoidance of known triggers (allergens, irritants) is advised.
- Complete recovery to baseline lung function can vary from hours to days depending on the cause and severity.
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Typical hospital stay: 0-1 days (Often managed outpatient or in ER)
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Expected recovery time: A few hours to 2-3 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering bronchospasm in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for bronchospasm in India include Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform bronchospasm. MediFyr helps you compare internal medicine specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for bronchospasm compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Bronchospasm in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated internal medicine teams and experience managing patients undergoing bronchospasm.
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Internal Medicine Specialists for Bronchospasm
Explore experienced internal medicine specialists who regularly perform bronchospasm and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 10 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 10 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 10 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 10 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 10 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 7 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Metro Hospital Noida Sector 11
- 7 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Metro Hospital Noida Sector 11
- 46 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital EM Bypass
- 24 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Dwarka
- 40 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Goa
- 24 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Baner
- 20 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur
- 14 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
KMC Hospital Mangalore
- 18 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Millers Road
- 14 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
KMC Hospital Mangalore
- 14 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur
- 31 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur
- 18 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur
- 21 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur
- 22 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur