In this lecture Dr. Mir Ali khan will discuss:
1. Definition of the lower respiratory tract (LRT). (1:00)
2. Signs and symptoms of lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI). (1:33)
3. Types of LRTI. (2:20)
4. Acute bronchitis. (3:20)
5. Pneumonia. (7:57)
6. Common symptoms of pneumonia. (25:35)
7. Clinical findings in cases of pneumonia. (28:33)
8. Radiological findings and lab investigations. (31:00)
9. Treatment of pneumonia. (36:00)
10. Complications of pneumonia. (43:50)
Dr. Mir M. Alikhan is a pulmonologist in Houston, Texas and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Kindred Hospital Houston Medical Center and Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital. He received his medical degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and has been in practice between 11-20 years. Dr. Mir M. Alikhan has expertise in treating sleep apnea, asthma, bronchitis, among other conditions. Dr. Mir M. Alikhan accepts Medicare, Aetna, Humana, Cigna, Blue Cross, and United Healthcare.