The COVID-19 crisis: How we can help you

September 10, 2020

Coronavirus is also called COVID-19 (Corona-Virus Disease – 2019) Updated information can be found Vic Health and Human services website https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus The COVID-19 hotline is available 24 hours, 7 days…

Breathing problems and shortness of breath

September 9, 2020

Barton Jennings

Conditions We Treat, Dr Barton Jennings

“You never think much about breathing until it is all you ever think about” Tim Winton What is shortness of breath? Shortness of breath or “dyspnoea” is a term used…

Lung Nodules and Masses

September 9, 2020

Barton Jennings

Conditions We Treat, Dr Barton Jennings

What is a lung nodule or mass? A lung nodule is a spot in your lung which measures less than 3cm which can be seen on X-Ray or CT scan…

Lung Cancer

September 9, 2020

Barton Jennings

Conditions We Treat, Dr Barton Jennings

What is lung cancer? Cancer is a lump of cells which have developed genetic mutations. These mutations lead to the abnormal cells growing out of control. Lung cancer occurs when…

Cough

September 9, 2020

Barton Jennings

Conditions We Treat, Dr Barton Jennings

What is cough Cough is a useful reflex to clear your throat of mucous. It is also a protective reflex to prevent unwanted material from getting into your airway and…