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Dr. Sreekala Prabhakaran, MD is a pediatric pulmonologist in Gainesville, FL specializing in pediatric pulmonology. Dr. Sreekala Prabhakaran, MD is affiliated with University of Florida Health (UF Health) and FLORIDA CLINICAL PRACTICE ASSOCIATION INC.
1549 Gale Lemerand Drive
Gainesville, FL 32608
1549 Gale Lemerand Drive Room 2534
Gainesville, FL 32610
1549 Gale Lemerand Drive Second floor
Gainesville, FL 32610
2390 PHILLIPS ROAD
Tallahassee, FL 32308
4740 NW 39TH PLACE SUITE C
Gainesville, FL 32606
Lung Issues
Every cell in the body requires oxygen to function and produces carbon dioxide as a waste product. In order to keep the body's tissues constantly supplied with fresh oxygen and to keep waste from building up, the lungs pump air in and out, even while sleeping or unaware. Unfortunately, diseases and disorders affecting the lungs are some of the most common medical problems afflicting people around the world. Some of the most common lung problems include asthma, COPD, pneumonia, and lung cancer.
Asthma is a chronic disease where swollen, inflamed airways make it hard to breathe. It is often brought on by specific triggers. While asthma is a common condition, affecting millions of people, it can also be serious and even fatal in severe cases. Treatment involves avoiding triggers and using inhaled corticosteroid medications.
COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is the name given to two illnesses that both cause difficulty breathing: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In emphysema, the air sacs of the lungs become damaged, while with bronchitis they become clogged with mucus. COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. It is almost always caused by breathing irritants into the lungs, such as smoking or heavy pollution.
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, a virus, or fungi. Most healthy people recover from pneumonia in a week or two, but for some people pneumonia can be fatal. There are treatments available for pneumonia, but the best treatment is to prevent getting sick in the first place. People who are at risk should make sure they get a flu shot every year. There is also a vaccine available for the type of bacteria that causes pneumonia.
Lung cancer occurs when abnormal cells inside the lung grow into a tumor, destroying healthy tissue. Because it is so difficult to detect lung cancer in early stages when it has few symptoms, it is the deadliest form of cancer, responsible for the most cancer deaths both in the U.S. and worldwide. Most lung cancer is caused by exposure to tobacco smoke, but between 10-15% of cases are not linked to smoking.
Some problems with the lungs are minor and are not cause for concern. However if symptoms have lasted for a month or more, even if they are minor, it is worth checking with a healthcare professional. A cough, shortness of breath, or excess mucus production that lingers for weeks are all worth getting looked at.
She has a state license in Florida.
Licensed In: Florida
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sreekala Prabhakaran, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. |
$102
PROAIR $102 |
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Meda Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
$85
Aerospan $85 |
Food and Beverage | $187 |
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Dr. Sreekala Prabhakaran, who practices in Gainesville, FL and Tallahassee, FL, is a medical specialist in pediatric pulmonology. In addition to English, she speaks Malayalam. Areas of expertise for Dr. Prabhakaran include lung issues. She is professionally affiliated with the University of Florida Health (UF Health). She attended Government Medical College, Kottayam and then went on to complete her residency at Maimonides Medical Center. According to Doctor.com, new patients are welcome to contact her office in Gainesville, FL.