Interstitial Lung Disease
ILD (Interstitial Lung Disease) ,Diagnosis & Care
Understanding ILD
Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) is a group of lung conditions that cause scarring (fibrosis) of the lung tissue. This scarring makes the lungs stiff and leads to breathlessness, dry cough, and reduced exercise capacity.
Early evaluation and accurate diagnosis are essential for effective ILD Treatment in Indore, as the exact subtype determines the right management plan.
Dr. Pramod Jhawar is a distinguished super-specialist in Pulmonology, Asthma, Allergy, Sleep Medicine, and Critical Care with over 30 years of clinical excellence. Practicing in Indore since the early 1990s, he is recognized as one of the most trusted and senior chest physicians in Madhya Pradesh.
Common Symptoms of ILD
To provide the most reliable ILD Treatment in Indore, we use advanced tools for complete assessment:
- Progressive breathlessness, especially on exertion
- Persistent dry cough
- Fatigue or unexplained weight loss
- Clubbing (rounding) of the fingertips in some cases
Comprehensive ILD Evaluation
To provide the most reliable ILD Treatment in Indore, we use advanced tools for complete assessment:
- High-Resolution CT Scan (HRCT): Gold standard imaging to detect scarring and patterns of ILD.
- Advanced PFT & DLCO (Vivair system): Measures lung capacity and gas exchange to detect early changes
- Echocardiography: To check for pulmonary hypertension, a common complication of ILD.
- Blood Tests & ILD Panel: Helps identify autoimmune or inflammatory causes such as sarcoidosis or connective tissue diseases.
Types of ILD We Diagnose
We provide complete evaluation and ILD Treatment in Indore for conditions like:
Sarcoidosis
An inflammatory condition where tiny clumps of immune cells (granulomas) form in the lungs or other organs.
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
A reaction to inhaled allergens like dust, mold, or bird droppings.
ILD linked with autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis or scleroderma.
Evaluates exercise capacity and oxygen requirements.
IPF (Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis)
A progressive form of ILD with no known cause.
Post-COVID ILD
Scarring and fibrosis in the lungs following COVID-19 infection.
Management & Care
While ILD cannot always be reversed, the right ILD Treatment in Indore can slow progression and improve day-to-day life:
Medications & Immunosuppressants
To control inflammation and slow scarring.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Exercise training, breathing techniques, and education.
Oxygen Therapy
For patients with low oxygen levels.
Nutrition & Lifestyle Support
To maintain strength and stamina.
Lung Transplant Evaluation
For advanced cases where other treatments are no longer effective.
Why Early Diagnosis Matters
- Detects ILD before extensive scarring develops
- Helps tailor treatment to the exact ILD subtype
- Reduces risk of complications like pulmonary hypertension
- Improves quality of life and long-term outcomes
Our goal
To deliver complete, advanced, and compassionate ILD Treatment in Indore, providing accurate diagnosis, personalized care plans, and long-term support — helping patients and families manage ILD with confidence, clarity, and better outcomes.
