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  • 22/01/2025

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My dad is 79 and has COPD. We're currently doing allopathic treatment in Nagpur, but I'm really worried about his health. Are there any other ways or things we can do to help improve his condition?

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Dr. Dr Mubarak Parveez B

Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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  • MBBS
  • 2+ Yrs
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Spirometry,pulmonary function tests,sputum for AFB ,microscopy ,x-ray chest pa view ,esr and complete blood count is advised to the patient.

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