Our general practitioners can listen to your lungs, measure oxygen uptake in your blood, or refer you to X-ray or a lung specialist if needed. We can consult on medication in case of chronic diseases such as asthma or COPD. We diagnose and treat infections in respiratory channels and pneumonia.
All of our clinics are equippet with an aerosoliser for children an adults, in case of asthma or COPD.
Book appointmentThe lungs are vital organs that ensure that the body receives oxygen and gets rid of carbon dioxide. Lung diseases can affect this function and cause distressing symptoms.
Asthma: A chronic inflammatory condition in the respiratory tract that causes attacks of heavy breathing, coughing and wheezing in the chest.
COPD: A chronic obstructive pulmonary disease caused by prolonged exposure to irritants, such as tobacco smoke.
Pneumonia: An inflammation of the lung tissue, often caused by bacteria or viruses.
Bronchitis: Inflammation of the bronchi, often accompanied by cough and phlegm.
Lung cancer: A serious disease in which cancer cells grow in the lung tissue.
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Heavy breathing: Shortness of breath on exertion or at rest.
Cough: Dry cough or cough with phlegm.
Wheezing in the chest: Whistling or whistling sound when breathing.
Chest pain: Pain or pressure in the chest.
Mucus: expectoration of mucus, possibly with blood.
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Consultation with a doctor: The doctor will review your medical history and perform a clinical examination.
Lung function tests: Measurement of lung capacity and airflow.
Referral to X-ray or CT of the lungs: To look for signs of disease.
Other investigations: Blood tests, allergy tests or bronchoscopy may be relevant.
Treatment: Depends on the type of lung disease and may include medication, inhalation therapy, oxygen supplementation or surgery.
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✔️ Quick access to a doctor: Book an appointment online or in the app, or book an appointment on the day in one of our clinics.
✔️ Experienced doctors: Our doctors have extensive experience in the investigation and treatment of lung diseases.
✔️ Interdisciplinary collaboration: We collaborate with specialists to ensure optimal treatment.
✔️ Follow-up: We follow you up throughout the entire course of treatment.
Contact Dr. Dropin today for an assessment of your lung problems.
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Asthma and COPD are the most common chronic lung diseases in Norway. Pneumonia and bronchitis are also frequent.
Asthma and COPD are the most common chronic lung diseases in Norway. Pneumonia and bronchitis are also frequent.
Common symptoms include wheezing, coughing, wheezing in the chest, chest pain and phlegm.
Common symptoms include wheezing, coughing, wheezing in the chest, chest pain and phlegm.
Contact your doctor if you experience persistent or worrying lung symptoms. The doctor will assess your symptoms and carry out the necessary examinations
Contact your doctor if you experience persistent or worrying lung symptoms. The doctor will assess your symptoms and carry out the necessary examinations
Yes, most lung diseases can be treated, but early diagnosis and treatment are important. Treatment depends on the type of lung disease and may include medication, inhalation therapy, oxygen supplementation or surgery.
Yes, most lung diseases can be treated, but early diagnosis and treatment are important. Treatment depends on the type of lung disease and may include medication, inhalation therapy, oxygen supplementation or surgery.
Avoid smoking and passive smoking.
Reduce exposure to air pollution and dust.
Be physically active and eat healthy.
Follow the vaccination program to avoid pneumonia.
Avoid smoking and passive smoking.
Reduce exposure to air pollution and dust.
Be physically active and eat healthy.
Follow the vaccination program to avoid pneumonia.
Yes, Dr. Dropin offers consultations and investigations of lung diseases. We have experienced doctors who can help you find the right diagnosis and treatment.
Yes, Dr. Dropin offers consultations and investigations of lung diseases. We have experienced doctors who can help you find the right diagnosis and treatment.
Yes, we often offer appointments on the same day or the next day. You can easily book an appointment online or in our app.
Yes, we often offer appointments on the same day or the next day. You can easily book an appointment online or in our app.
Common investigations include lung function tests, X-ray of the lungs, CT scan, blood tests and bronchoscopy.
Common investigations include lung function tests, X-ray of the lungs, CT scan, blood tests and bronchoscopy.
Some lung diseases, such as asthma and cystic fibrosis, may have a hereditary component, while others are due to environmental or lifestyle factors.
Some lung diseases, such as asthma and cystic fibrosis, may have a hereditary component, while others are due to environmental or lifestyle factors.
Prognosen varierer avhengig av type lungesykdom, alvorlighetsgrad og tidlig diagnose. Mange lungesykdommer kan håndteres effektivt med riktig behandling.
Prognosen varierer avhengig av type lungesykdom, alvorlighetsgrad og tidlig diagnose. Mange lungesykdommer kan håndteres effektivt med riktig behandling.