Frequently Asked Questions

Answers on chest &
sleep medicine

Questions patients ask regularly — clear, direct answers from Dr. Ahmad Al-Khayyat's clinic in Amman.

If a cough lasts more than two weeks, or you have recurrent breathlessness or wheezing, snoring with pauses in breathing during sleep, or unexplained daytime fatigue — these are signs that deserve a specialist evaluation.

Chest allergy can trigger asthma; both cause airway inflammation and narrowing and are diagnosed with lung function testing. Distinguishing between them is essential for choosing the right treatment plan.

Through symptom assessment (snoring, nocturnal choking, daytime fatigue) and appropriate sleep testing to determine the type and severity of the disorder. Early assessment leads to better treatment outcomes.

Smoking (cigarettes or shisha) is the leading cause; early diagnosis with lung function testing (spirometry) helps slow its progression. Treatment started early significantly improves quality of life.

A procedure that examines the airways and lungs from within to diagnose or treat certain conditions, performed when medically indicated. It allows precise visualization of the airways without open surgery.

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