Can a Cold Cause Chest and Back Pain? Understanding Your Symptoms
Can a cold cause chest and back pain? Recently, I experienced some coughing symptoms due to a mild cold, which led to some pain in the left side of my chest. After drinking plenty of water and taking over-the-counter medication, my cold has improved, but I still experience pressu...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello: After a cold, if there is a viral infection, it may cause muscle soreness, or after severe coughing, it may lead to neuromuscular pain. These symptoms will improve as the cold resolves. Your issues may vary depending on age and gender, so it is advisable to consult a pulmo...[Read More] Can a Cold Cause Chest and Back Pain? Understanding Your Symptoms
Does Burning Grapefruit Peel Harm Lung Health?
Does smoking cause harm to the lungs? Hello Doctor: My mother has a habit of burning dried pomelo peels to repel mosquitoes while doing laundry. Every time she burns the peels, a lot of smoke is produced, and I end up inhaling the irritating smoke while washing clothes. I have to...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello: Any type of smoke can damage the bronchial mucosa, and the specific harm can vary depending on its composition. Generally, it is not recommended to smoke any kind of substance, as individual responses can differ and the long-term effects are uncertain. However, when damage...[Read More] Does Burning Grapefruit Peel Harm Lung Health?
Understanding Tuberculosis in the Pericardium: Symptoms and Diagnosis Timeline
Extrapulmonary tuberculosis issues? Hello, doctor. Two days ago, my grandmother underwent surgery to drain pericardial effusion. Relatives mentioned that there was 400 cc of effusion, and its color was dark. They also need to perform a culture for tuberculosis bacteria, but they ...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello: Dr. Qu is no longer serving at this hospital; I am another physician in the Department of Thoracic Medicine, Dr. Chen. Regarding pericardial effusion, the two most common causes are malignant tumor metastasis and tuberculosis. If tuberculosis is suspected to be the cause o...[Read More] Understanding Tuberculosis in the Pericardium: Symptoms and Diagnosis Timeline
Understanding Shortness of Breath and Chest Discomfort: What to Do?
Shortness of breath, chest tightness, and stabbing pain in the stomach? When I work a bit faster, I feel shortness of breath and tightness in my chest. I also experience sharp pain in my stomach, and my inhalations are very shallow. It feels like I can't get enough air and I...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello, Dr. Qu is no longer serving at this hospital. I am Dr. Chen from the Department of Pulmonary Medicine. Your condition has many possibilities, such as asthma or pneumothorax. I recommend that you go to the hospital to see a pulmonologist as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Shortness of Breath and Chest Discomfort: What to Do?
Understanding Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis: Severity and Treatment Options
Extrapulmonary tuberculosis I would like to ask a question on behalf of my grandmother. She has been hospitalized since September 7 and has been diagnosed with extrapulmonary tuberculosis, which the doctor said is located around the heart. Previously, she also had a problem with ...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Nick: Extrapulmonary tuberculosis refers to tuberculosis infections that occur outside the lungs. Based on your description, your grandmother likely has pericardial tuberculosis, which has led to pericardial effusion. Tuberculosis infections generally require treatment for at lea...[Read More] Understanding Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis: Severity and Treatment Options
Understanding Shortness of Breath: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Shortness of breath? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing shortness of breath lately. Normally, breathing is automatic, but recently I’ve noticed that I have to consciously control my breathing. It has been quite bothersome throughout the day, and I’m not sure why this is happe...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello, Avi: I would recommend that you visit the mental health clinic. Perhaps your symptoms will improve once your sleep condition gets better. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Shortness of Breath: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Persistent Cough After Cold: When to See a Lung Specialist?
I have had a cold for almost two months? Hello doctor, I started having a cold around mid-May. I felt better for a while, but the cold relapsed shortly after. I've visited 4 to 5 clinics, and my symptoms have improved. Although I'm no longer experiencing a runny nose or...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello: I recommend that you visit the pulmonology outpatient clinic for further evaluation and to arrange additional tests as needed.[Read More] Persistent Cough After Cold: When to See a Lung Specialist?
Can Pneumonia Lead to Sudden Death Without Warning Signs?
Can pneumonia cause death without any warning signs? Symptoms: The child is over five months old, has a cough, runny nose, and phlegm, is active, not crying or fussy, and has no fever. Duration: Death. Assessment: 1. External observation revealed changes in the nail beds of the f...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello Fendi: Due to incomplete information, I can only respond as follows: Pneumonia may not necessarily cause a fever, but it usually presents with symptoms.[Read More] Can Pneumonia Lead to Sudden Death Without Warning Signs?
Managing Asthma Triggers During Weather Changes: Tips and Strategies
Asthma attacks begin to occur with changes in the weather? Weather changes are the most painful times for me, especially when it's about to rain. I had a tracheostomy at the end of January last year, and it was about 7 to 8 months before it was removed. I still have traces o...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello Clementine: Regarding respiratory allergy symptoms caused by external stimuli such as environmental and climatic factors, the primary prevention method is to avoid exposure to allergens. Medications play a supportive role. It is recommended that you visit an outpatient clin...[Read More] Managing Asthma Triggers During Weather Changes: Tips and Strategies
Understanding Lung Fibrosis: What It Means for Your Health
excuse me? My mother is 45 years old and recently had a health check-up at the hospital. The results indicated that she has fibrosis in the upper left lung. What does this mean, and does she need treatment?
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello, Xiao Lai: I recommend that you take her to the outpatient clinic for further evaluation to determine whether treatment is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Lung Fibrosis: What It Means for Your Health
Persistent Cough and Breathing Issues: Weather's Impact on Lung Health
Chronic cough without a cold and difficulty breathing with changes in weather? Hello, I have been experiencing a persistent cough since December of last year. However, when I consulted a doctor, they said it is not a cold. I often wake up at night due to coughing, and sometimes I...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello, based on the symptoms described, I would recommend a chest X-ray and pulmonary function tests. Therefore, please visit the pulmonology outpatient clinic.[Read More] Persistent Cough and Breathing Issues: Weather's Impact on Lung Health
Understanding Coughing with Blood: When to Seek Chest Specialist Care
Coughing with blood-streaked mucus during a cold is concerning..? On February 10, I started coughing with a scratchy throat and noticed blood in my nasal mucus (I have a history of nasal allergies; could this be due to nasal mucosal injury?). On February 13 and 14, I woke up with...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello Mr. Chiu Wen-bin: First of all, I'm not quite sure what your question is. It is correct to seek medical attention when experiencing symptoms. Since you have already undergone tests, it would be best to wait for the results.[Read More] Understanding Coughing with Blood: When to Seek Chest Specialist Care
Persistent Coughing: Understanding Causes and Seeking Effective Treatment
Coughing persistently? Hello Dr. Qu: My mother (58 years old) has been coughing persistently lately. She has phlegm, which is white, but it seems to lean more towards a dry cough. She has seen many doctors and had X-rays done to confirm that her lungs are fine, and it doesn'...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello Ms. Tsai: If there is a suspicion of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), then an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy is necessary for further evaluation. Thank you.[Read More] Persistent Coughing: Understanding Causes and Seeking Effective Treatment
Understanding Increased Lung Patterns on X-Ray: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Lung If the X-ray results show increased markings in both lung lobes, what symptoms might occur afterward? What impact does this have on the body? Can it be improved or treated? Thank you!
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello, Xiao Jie: Lung markings are a descriptive term used in X-ray imaging, typically representing the pulmonary blood vessels. Since the interpretation of X-rays involves subjectivity, different physicians may have varying interpretations. Generally, such descriptions do not in...[Read More] Understanding Increased Lung Patterns on X-Ray: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Right Lung Apex Nodules: Causes and Treatment Options
Right apical fibronodular opacity? Hello Dr. Qu: Currently, I have undergone a health examination arranged by the company, and the report indicates that the X-ray examination shows a fibronodular lesion in the right lung apex. What does a fibronodular lesion in the right lung ape...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello Gavin: First, I would like to clarify that radiology reports typically describe the abnormalities observed. The term "right lung apex fibrotic nodules" you mentioned is not a definitive diagnosis. To determine if there is indeed an abnormality, it is advisable to ...[Read More] Understanding Right Lung Apex Nodules: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Blood in Sputum: Causes and Concerns for Your Lungs
Hemoptysis Hello, doctor. Recently, I've noticed that my sputum has been tinged with blood, especially when I wake up in the morning or when I'm feeling very fatigued. I tend to cough up blood-streaked sputum during those times, but when I intentionally try to cough, it...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello, little one: It's possible. I recommend going to the outpatient clinic for further examination.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Sputum: Causes and Concerns for Your Lungs
Understanding Nighttime Cough: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Nighttime cough Hello, Dr. Qu. I would like to ask about my mother, who is currently around 51 years old. For nearly the past two years, she has frequently caught colds starting in the fall and continuing until around March or April of the following year. This is often accompanie...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello Frank: If you have a persistent cough that does not improve, you should consult a pulmonology clinic. Whether additional X-rays or other tests are needed will depend on clinical evaluation, which cannot be determined here. It is best to visit the clinic for further assessme...[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Cough: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Tracheostomy: Key Considerations for Comatose Patients
My classmate has been in a coma for a month, and the doctor has recommended a tracheostomy? Hello Doctor: My classmate was in a car accident over a month ago and is still in a coma, although their Glasgow Coma Scale score has improved from 3 to around 9. At that time, due to intr...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello Mark: From a physician's perspective, the views are not too polarized. For patients with excessive sputum and altered consciousness, recommending tracheostomy is reasonable. The benefits of tracheostomy include facilitating weaning from mechanical ventilation and impro...[Read More] Understanding Tracheostomy: Key Considerations for Comatose Patients
Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions for Better Sleep
Regarding chest tightness? Hello Doctor, I have been troubled by a problem for a long time. I would like to ask, when lying on my back, I often feel chest tightness and discomfort. I have to sleep on my side or elevate my pillow very high or lean against something to feel more co...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello Kaito: Experiencing chest tightness while lying down may be due to heart disease, lung disorders, or sleep apnea, among other causes. A comprehensive examination is necessary. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions for Better Sleep
Managing Secondhand Smoke Exposure: Tips for Lung Health and Recovery
Secondhand smoke Dr. Renth Chiu, I have a question. If I inhale a certain amount of secondhand smoke or if there is a lot of smoke in the air, I experience bronchial inflammation the next day, accompanied by a productive cough with yellow sputum. I often need to take antibiotics ...
Dr. Qu Changke reply Pulmonology
Hello, Xiao Liu: Thoracic diseases often present with non-specific symptoms such as cough and sputum production. Based on the symptoms you have described, it is not possible to determine the specific disease, let alone the appropriate management. Therefore, I recommend that you v...[Read More] Managing Secondhand Smoke Exposure: Tips for Lung Health and Recovery