Understanding Chest Pain: Symptoms and When to Seek Medical Attention
Chest pain? Hello: For the past three to four months, I have been experiencing pain deep in the esophagus (the section above the stomach). I do not smoke or drink alcohol, and I rarely eat spicy food, but I do drink tea and consume sweets. I have seen a doctor three times, and th...
Dr. Lu Mingzhi reply Pulmonology
Hello: An upper gastrointestinal endoscopy can be arranged to assess whether discomfort is caused by esophageal or gastrointestinal diseases (such as gastroesophageal reflux disease or gastrointestinal ulcers). Additionally, based on your description of central chest pain that wo...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Symptoms and When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Breathing Difficulties: When to Seek Medical Help
Shortness of breath, difficulty breathing? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing difficulty breathing. Sometimes I need to take deep breaths to feel like I'm getting enough air (occasionally, I feel like I'm not able to breathe normally). When I speak, I ofte...
Dr. Lu Mingzhi reply Pulmonology
Hello: You may first visit our Pulmonary Medicine Department for an examination, and you can also consult the Gastroenterology Department regarding your unusual sensations while eating, considering an endoscopy.[Read More] Understanding Breathing Difficulties: When to Seek Medical Help
Chest CT Report: Analysis of a 3cm Heterogeneous Mass and Findings
Chest CT examination report Results: The contrast-enhanced chest CT shows: > A heterogeneous mass measuring 3 cm located in the posterior basal segment of the left lower lobe (LLL), adjacent to the descending thoracic aorta, with malignancy not excluded. > Focal fibrosis in...
Dr. Lu Mingzhi reply Pulmonology
Hello: The meaning of this written report in Chinese is not very clear. It is recommended that you return to the physician who originally scheduled the examination for a detailed evaluation.[Read More] Chest CT Report: Analysis of a 3cm Heterogeneous Mass and Findings
Understanding Left Breast Pain: Causes, Concerns, and Treatments
Left breast pain? Doctor, for the past two to three days, I've been experiencing intermittent sharp pain in my left breast. I've tried searching online but couldn't find a clear answer. I've also taken pain medication for neuropathy (600 mg of Ibuprofen) and m...
Dr. Lu Mingzhi reply Pulmonology
Hello: You have already undergone an X-ray, which showed no abnormalities, essentially ruling out the possibility of lung issues. It is recommended that you arrange for cardiac-related examinations (such as an electrocardiogram or echocardiogram) to rule out the possibility of he...[Read More] Understanding Left Breast Pain: Causes, Concerns, and Treatments
Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and When to Seek Help
Chest tightness or chest pain? Hello Doctor, in the past few weeks, I've been experiencing a tight sensation in my chest. Although it doesn't reach the level of pain, I feel slightly uncomfortable when performing certain movements, as if it's constricted. Additiona...
Dr. Lu Mingzhi reply Pulmonology
Hello: Based on your description, it seems more like muscular nerve pain, but cardiac issues cannot be ruled out. I recommend getting an X-ray and arranging for cardiac-related examinations.[Read More] Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Abnormal Shadow on Right 8th Rib: What to Know
Abnormal shadow in the right 8th rib? A 49-year-old male patient, who is generally healthy and rarely experiences colds, recently received an abnormal health check report from a small hospital commissioned by his school. The report indicated a blood pressure of 144/98 mmHg and a ...
Dr. Lu Mingzhi reply Pulmonology
Hello: The chest X-ray shows abnormal shadows in the ribs, which may indicate rib ossification or overlapping abnormalities in the lungs. It is recommended to follow up with the Department of Thoracic Medicine at our hospital, and a computed tomography (CT) scan may also be consi...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Shadow on Right 8th Rib: What to Know
Understanding Exercise-Related Discomfort: Is It Serious?
Sudden discomfort during exercise? Hello Doctor, a few days ago while doing aerobic boxing, I felt a significant difficulty in breathing halfway through. My chest felt tight, I felt nauseous, a bit weak, and generally unwell, so I took a break. I noticed that squatting made me fe...
Dr. Lu Mingzhi reply Pulmonology
Hello: Difficulty breathing and chest tightness during intense exercise are primarily caused by increased workload on the heart and lungs. Generally, these symptoms should improve after resting; however, if you experience cold sweats or even fainting, it is important to consider ...[Read More] Understanding Exercise-Related Discomfort: Is It Serious?