Can Sleeping on Your Side After Pneumothorax Surgery Cause Recurrence?
Three months after surgery for pneumothorax, I experience a sensation of contraction in my left chest when sleeping on my side? I would like to ask the doctor, I previously had a pneumothorax in my left lung, and I underwent surgery for the initial pneumothorax. Recently, I have ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Pulmonology
Dear Yang, The recurrence rate of pneumothorax after surgical intervention is low. Sleeping on your side should not have an impact; it is normal to occasionally feel pressure after the surgery. Changhua Hospital cares about your well-being.[Read More] Can Sleeping on Your Side After Pneumothorax Surgery Cause Recurrence?
Managing Allergic Rhinitis and Chest Discomfort: When to See a Pulmonologist
Having nasal allergies? If you have allergic rhinitis but are also experiencing chest discomfort, occasional shortness of breath, or a feeling of labored breathing, it may be advisable to consult a pulmonologist. Since dust mites have been identified as an allergen, it is importa...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Pulmonology
Dear [Name]: If you have allergic rhinitis and asthma, along with allergens and clinical symptoms, it is recommended that you return to the pulmonology department for further examination and treatment. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Managing Allergic Rhinitis and Chest Discomfort: When to See a Pulmonologist
Calculating Your Due Date: When Did You Conceive?
Pregnancy date Today, on April 14, I tested positive for pregnancy. I had an ultrasound at 5 weeks and 0 days, with a due date of December 15. Could you please clarify whether the conception date is March 10 or March 17?
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Dadai: The ultrasound report indicates that you are five weeks pregnant, which generally means that the calculation is based on the first day of your last menstrual period until the date of your ultrasound, approximately five weeks. In reality, you should subtract two week...[Read More] Calculating Your Due Date: When Did You Conceive?
Understanding Sleep-Related Breathing Difficulties: Causes and Concerns
Dyspnea Since last week, I have been experiencing difficulty breathing before going to sleep, along with dizziness and chest tightness. I can also clearly feel my heartbeat. I don't dare to smoke anymore, and these symptoms occur every time just as I lie down to sleep. The n...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Pulmonology
Dear William: Based on your description, it is somewhat difficult to diagnose. However, considering the possibility of asthma, I recommend that you come to the outpatient clinic for further examination. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Sleep-Related Breathing Difficulties: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Chest Pain: When to Worry About Lung Cancer Risks
Chest pain issues? Hello, Dr. Huang. I have been troubled by chest pain recently. Sometimes it hurts on the left side and sometimes on the right side, occurring several times a day, with each episode lasting a few seconds and not exceeding one minute. This symptom has persisted f...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Pulmonology
Dear Parker: Based on your description, I also believe that the likelihood of neuropathic pain is higher. Since you had a CT scan last year and considering your age, there is no need to perform a chest X-ray; monitoring is sufficient. I recommend visiting a rehabilitation special...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: When to Worry About Lung Cancer Risks
Understanding the Risks of Tuberculosis Recurrence and Employment in Food Industry
Company health checkup Hello Doctor: I was diagnosed with tuberculosis ten years ago and underwent a 9-month treatment regimen. The doctor declared me cured, and at that time, the X-ray showed scarring. I have been monitored annually with no abnormalities. Could you please tell m...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Pulmonology
Dear sbg: Patients who have had tuberculosis may still experience a recurrence, but the chances are low. This is more likely to occur if the initial treatment was not fully completed, leaving a few residual bacteria, combined with a significantly weakened immune system. Currently...[Read More] Understanding the Risks of Tuberculosis Recurrence and Employment in Food Industry
Understanding Lung Nodules and Fibrosis: What Your Report Means
Pulmonary nodules, pulmonary lobe fibrosis? Hello, a few months ago I underwent surgery at the hospital, and today I received the examination report from before the surgery. The report indicates mild increased nodular infiltrates in both lungs and fibrotic infiltrates in the uppe...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Pulmonology
Dear Mr. Chang: This description appears to be from a radiology report. If there is no history of tuberculosis, it is recommended to schedule a CT scan due to mild increased nodular infiltrates, as we are concerned about your health at Changhua Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Lung Nodules and Fibrosis: What Your Report Means
Can Taking Emergency Contraceptive and Menstrual Induction Shot Cause Pregnancy?
After taking the emergency contraceptive pill, I received an injection to induce menstruation the next day? Taking emergency contraception after unprotected intercourse is intended to prevent pregnancy. However, receiving a menstrual induction injection the next day may affect yo...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, since you have taken the emergency contraceptive pill and did so immediately without exceeding 48 hours, the likelihood of pregnancy is very low, so there is no need to worry too much.[Read More] Can Taking Emergency Contraceptive and Menstrual Induction Shot Cause Pregnancy?
Unusual Dark Object Found During Shower: What It Could Mean
Discovered a black foreign object with an odor while taking a shower? Hello, doctor. I am currently on the fifth day of my menstrual period. While taking a shower, I noticed a foreign object that resembled a small stone or a small piece of stool (mainly dark brown and light brown...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
This question was answered on March 10th.[Read More] Unusual Dark Object Found During Shower: What It Could Mean
Understanding the Link Between Allergic Rhinitis and Asthma in Children
Asthma issues? Hello, Doctor: If someone has allergic rhinitis, is there a higher likelihood of developing asthma? Recently, my child has been experiencing wheezing and coughing during sleep, often taking a while to calm down. I sometimes have him use the inhaler prescribed by th...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Pulmonology
Dear Zoe: Based on your description, it seems you may have asthma. Indeed, blood tests and standard pulmonary function tests may not always provide clear answers. You can come to the hospital to undergo impulse oscillometry (IOS), which will be more accurate. If you have symptoms...[Read More] Understanding the Link Between Allergic Rhinitis and Asthma in Children
How Long After Taking Birth Control Pills Can You Eat or Drink?
After taking the emergency contraceptive pill, how long should one wait before eating or drinking? I have been taking pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for over a year, consistently at 5 PM every day. Recently, I started considering the 16:8 intermittent fasting method, so I plan t...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Sh: It is best to wait 20 to 30 minutes after taking medication before eating food or drinking beverages.[Read More] How Long After Taking Birth Control Pills Can You Eat or Drink?
First Time Taking Menstrual Induction Medication: What to Expect?
First time taking menstrual induction medication? Hello, I have had regular menstrual cycles since middle school, but starting from August 2020, my periods have become irregular, sometimes arriving late and sometimes early. This February, I did not have my period for an entire mo...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Chih-Mei: Irregular menstruation typically presents with menstrual blood characteristics that differ from those of regular cycles. Sometimes the flow may be heavier, while at other times it may be lighter, which is quite common and usually not a cause for concern. In a ...[Read More] First Time Taking Menstrual Induction Medication: What to Expect?
Understanding Post-Cold Cough: Is It Related to Lung Nodules?
Coughing after a cold? Hello, Doctor! My wife caught a cold during the Lunar New Year this year, and the doctor diagnosed it as a cold leading to sinusitis, prescribing antibiotics. During the course of treatment, her cold symptoms improved, but she then developed a mild cough. S...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Pulmonology
Dear Anxious Husband: If there was a 0.8 cm early-stage lung adenocarcinoma a year ago, the 0.7 cm ground-glass nodule should not be taken lightly. It is best to return to the original surgeon for a detailed examination of the small lung nodule, as it may not cause a chronic coug...[Read More] Understanding Post-Cold Cough: Is It Related to Lung Nodules?
Unusual Dark Object Found During Bath: What It Could Mean for Your Health
During a shower, I discovered a "single" black foreign object with an odor? Hello, doctor. I am currently on the fifth day of my menstrual period. While taking a shower, I noticed a foreign object that looked like a small stone or a small piece of stool (mainly dark bro...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Li-Min: Based on your description, it is quite difficult to determine what the foreign object might be. In the future, it would be best to take a photo of the object you discover or bring it directly to the doctor for a clearer assessment. (It could be a stone in the ...[Read More] Unusual Dark Object Found During Bath: What It Could Mean for Your Health
Unusual Black Object Found During Bath: What Could It Be?
During a shower, I discovered a "black foreign object" with an odor? Hello, doctor. I am currently on the fifth day of my menstrual period. While taking a shower, I noticed a foreign object that looked like a small stone or a small piece of stool (mainly dark brown and ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
This question has already been answered.[Read More] Unusual Black Object Found During Bath: What Could It Be?
Long-Term Effects of Childhood Secondhand Smoke Exposure: What to Know
Does inhaling excessive secondhand smoke during childhood cause any long-term effects or impacts? During my childhood, the "arcade" was quite popular. Being naive, I often found myself at the arcade, which was crowded like a small market, filled with people and shrouded...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Pulmonology
Dear Mr. Chen: Secondhand smoke certainly has adverse effects on health, but just like smoking, it is best to quit as early as possible. Since you currently have no such issues, we generally calculate a period of 15 years. This means that if you have been free from the harms of s...[Read More] Long-Term Effects of Childhood Secondhand Smoke Exposure: What to Know
Understanding Post-Intercourse Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
Postcoital bleeding The last menstrual period was on January 26. On February 7, I had a gynecological examination in the morning, and the doctor said everything was normal. In the afternoon, I had intimate contact, but it was only with fingers inserted or external rubbing. Howeve...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Anonymous: Light vaginal bleeding that resolves within a few days is generally considered to be either ovulatory bleeding (if it occurs around the time of ovulation) or could be due to cervical erosion or inflammation. A detailed evaluation would require a pelvic exam...[Read More] Understanding Post-Intercourse Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
Can Vaginal Suppositories Cure Candida Infections Without Oral Medications?
Treatment of Candida Infection Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if oral medications are necessary for the treatment of Candida infections. Is it possible to completely cure a Candida infection using only vaginal suppositories, or are they only effective for prevention? I have a...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Yi: For vaginal candidiasis, the first-line treatment is typically the use of vaginal suppositories. Generally, oral medications are prescribed when vaginal suppositories are ineffective or when the patient is not suitable for vaginal suppositories, such as individuals ...[Read More] Can Vaginal Suppositories Cure Candida Infections Without Oral Medications?
Is Pregnancy Possible? Understanding Irregular Periods and Symptoms
Is it possible to become pregnant? Hello, doctor. My girlfriend's menstrual cycle has been very irregular. Her last period was on December 27, and she hasn't had one since. The last sexual intercourse was on February 1, during which we used a condom and confirmed it did...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Mr. Shi: Your girlfriend has irregular menstrual cycles, so I recommend that you use condoms during all sexual intercourse before considering other contraceptive methods, such as taking birth control pills. Since her period is already 10 days late and she is experiencing na...[Read More] Is Pregnancy Possible? Understanding Irregular Periods and Symptoms
Understanding Post-Sexual Activity Bleeding: Causes and Solutions
Postcoital bleeding The last menstrual period was on January 26, and the most recent non-invasive sexual activity occurred on February 7. It's been a little while since then, and after the activity, brown discharge started to appear, with a slight presence of blood during bo...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, ma'am: A small amount of reddish discharge after sexual intercourse can sometimes occur around the ovulation period, or it may be more common if there is inflammation or erosion of the cervix. However, since the doctor has indicated that there are no significant issue...[Read More] Understanding Post-Sexual Activity Bleeding: Causes and Solutions