Cooking Without a Range Hood: Risks of Smoke and Lung Cancer
Cooking fumes and lung cancer? Hello Dr. Yang, I currently live in a small apartment where I can cook, but there is no range hood. Sometimes I cook without adding any oil, using a non-stick pan, because I have seen many reports that cooking oil fumes can lead to lung cancer. Ther...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Pay attention to ventilation; using it occasionally should be fine. Personally, I still consider cooking with an electric cooker to be simpler![Read More] Cooking Without a Range Hood: Risks of Smoke and Lung Cancer
Should You Get Checked for Pneumonia After Eating from Strangers?
Questions related to pneumonia? Hello, doctor. Yesterday, I accidentally used utensils belonging to a stranger and ate food prepared by them. Since yesterday, I have noticed an increase in phlegm, and today it has become more pronounced, along with the onset of a cough. Given thi...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Misusing utensils and not choking while eating should not lead to pneumonia. If the cough persists and does not improve, please see a pulmonologist![Read More] Should You Get Checked for Pneumonia After Eating from Strangers?
Understanding Chest Tightness: Causes and Concerns After Pneumothorax Surgery
Feeling of chest tightness? Hello doctor, several years ago I had surgery for a pneumothorax. Last night, I woke up in the middle of the night for unknown reasons, feeling chest tightness and nausea. I feel cold when exposed to air conditioning or a fan, and I also have diarrhea....
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended to undergo an X-ray evaluation if you experience difficulty breathing.[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness: Causes and Concerns After Pneumothorax Surgery
Understanding Chest X-Ray Results: What to Do After Fainting Episodes
Chest X-ray medical record Hello Doctor: I have a health-related question to ask you. Last week, after having lunch, I suddenly experienced abdominal pain, an urge to defecate, and nausea. I then lost consciousness and fainted for about ten seconds, hitting my head on the ground....
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended to see a cardiologist or a neurologist.[Read More] Understanding Chest X-Ray Results: What to Do After Fainting Episodes
Managing Anxiety Before Lung Nodule Surgery: What You Need to Know
A 1 cm nodule has been discovered and is scheduled for removal, but I still feel anxious inside? Hello Doctor, I had a CT scan this month which revealed a 1 cm nodule in my right upper lung. It is solid and has spiculated margins, but it is not ground-glass. A few days ago, my do...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Your symptoms are less likely related to metastasis (the pain is not localized). You can choose to have it removed early for examination or wait for three months for follow-up.[Read More] Managing Anxiety Before Lung Nodule Surgery: What You Need to Know
Choking Incident: Understanding Persistent Cough and Chest Discomfort
Choking sensation with an itchy chest? Hello Doctor, on the evening of July 10th, I choked a little on some vegetable leaves during dinner, which caused me to cough violently for a few seconds, but I returned to normal shortly after. However, for the next few days, I felt persist...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: If there is a foreign object in the trachea, coughing should be quite severe. Currently, it appears to resemble allergy symptoms. You can consult a pulmonologist to check for asthma attacks, or you may also consider seeing a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to adj...[Read More] Choking Incident: Understanding Persistent Cough and Chest Discomfort
Understanding Symptoms: Breathlessness, Chest Tightness, and Anxiety
Respiratory distress, chest tightness, sensation of a lump in the throat, and neck tightness? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my current symptoms, which include respiratory distress, chest tightness, a sensation of something stuck in my throat, neck tightness, difficult...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended that you take cardiology medications along with expectorants, and if necessary, you may ask your physician to prescribe anti-anxiety medication. If you continue to experience chest tightness and discomfort, consider consulting a psychosomatic specialist.[Read More] Understanding Symptoms: Breathlessness, Chest Tightness, and Anxiety
Understanding Chest Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Help
I feel very uncomfortable in my chest? Doctor: Hello! I have a feeling of tightness and discomfort in my chest both in the morning and at night. My body also shakes, and I experience excessive salivation. It's very uncomfortable, and I'm not sure which department I shou...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended to see a cardiologist first![Read More] Understanding Chest Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Help
Post-Pneumothorax Surgery: Understanding Chest Discomfort in Teens
A few days after the pneumothorax surgery, there is some discomfort and pain? Hello Doctor: My brother underwent surgery for a pneumothorax a few days ago, but recently he has started to experience mild chest discomfort without engaging in any strenuous activities. The other lung...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Whether there is a recurrence can only be determined by X-ray imaging results. If symptoms worsen, it is recommended to return to the thoracic surgery outpatient clinic for a follow-up examination![Read More] Post-Pneumothorax Surgery: Understanding Chest Discomfort in Teens
Chronic Throat Itching: Causes and Concerns Beyond the Collarbone
There is a persistent and recurrent itching sensation from the throat and Adam's apple to the central depression of the clavicle? Hello Doctor, since February of this year, I have been experiencing frequent itching in my throat. When the itching is severe, it can trigger a f...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: The central depression of the clavicle tends to elicit a similar discomfort response upon palpation. There is no need to use palpation to test for underlying issues. If symptoms do not improve, consider seeking treatment from either Western or Traditional Chinese Medicine ...[Read More] Chronic Throat Itching: Causes and Concerns Beyond the Collarbone
Understanding Curvilinear Fibrotic Opacities in Lung X-rays: What You Need to Know
X-ray report inquiry? Hello Dr. Yang: Recently, the X-ray report from my company's health check mentioned "suspected linear calcification in the right lung measuring 7x0.2 cm." Two years ago, I underwent a minimally invasive thoracoscopic surgery to remove a ground...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: The report indicates that it appears to be arc-shaped fibers, and there should be no other acute issues![Read More] Understanding Curvilinear Fibrotic Opacities in Lung X-rays: What You Need to Know
Asthma or Autonomic Nervous System Disorder: Understanding Your Symptoms
Is it asthma or autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Hello, doctor. I have asthma due to family history (my grandfather had asthma), but under the misconception that I no longer had asthma symptoms after middle school, my parents didn't let me use a dry powder inhaler, fear...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Your symptoms still resemble asthma. The pulmonary function test showed improvement in symptoms after inhalation of a short-acting bronchodilator. The report can be further interpreted by your physician. The difficulty in breathing affects the autonomic nervous system as a...[Read More] Asthma or Autonomic Nervous System Disorder: Understanding Your Symptoms
Does an Acute Asthma Attack Impact Lung Function Permanently?
Does an acute asthma attack affect lung function? Hello, doctor. My situation is that I had asthma during elementary school, but I haven't had an attack for a long time. During this period, I engaged in vigorous activities such as running and dancing without any issues or as...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: In theory, when asthma is not exacerbated, lung function should return to its original state. It is recommended that you undergo another pulmonary function test to determine if any changes to your medication are necessary![Read More] Does an Acute Asthma Attack Impact Lung Function Permanently?
Understanding Discomfort in the Stomach, Chest, and Throat: A Guide
Discomfort in the stomach, chest, and throat? Hello, doctor. Last October, I experienced stomach discomfort (loss of appetite, feeling full after eating a little, and nausea) and went to a gastroenterologist for an endoscopy. The doctor informed me of mild inflammation and prescr...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: After undergoing an endoscopy, it has been confirmed that there are no tumors in the esophagus. Dietary changes and continued use of gastric medications should lead to improvement in gastroesophageal reflux. For the sensation of a foreign body in the throat, you may first ...[Read More] Understanding Discomfort in the Stomach, Chest, and Throat: A Guide
Understanding Hemoptysis: Causes, Risks, and Smoking's Impact
Hemoptysis of unknown origin? Hello Doctor, my father is 53 years old and has been smoking for 40 years, currently smoking an average of 20 cigarettes a day. Three months ago, he coughed up blood-tinged sputum. He had an X-ray done at the hospital, but the doctor did not provide ...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Large tumors and typical cavitary lung infiltrates are more easily diagnosed by X-ray, while small nodules may simply indicate bronchitis or early-stage pulmonary nodules. It is generally safer to follow up after three months to check for any changes, and follow-up examina...[Read More] Understanding Hemoptysis: Causes, Risks, and Smoking's Impact
Unexplained Hemoptysis: Causes and Concerns for Young Adults
Hematemesis for about a week with no identifiable cause? A family member, a 23-year-old male currently abroad, has a history of tuberculosis that has been resolved. Around the end of March this year, he experienced severe coughing symptoms without hemoptysis, which was diagnosed ...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: First, use hemostatic medications to control the bleeding. Avoid heavy lifting or constipation, and do not consume spicy foods, supplements, fried foods, or dishes with alcohol, as these may cause microvascular rupture in scar tissue. Also, avoid drinking very hot water or...[Read More] Unexplained Hemoptysis: Causes and Concerns for Young Adults
Understanding Chest Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Chest pain Hello Doctor: Just the day before yesterday, I suddenly felt a tight pain in my chest. After resting for a while, it went away, but for the past few days, I experience pain whenever I take deep breaths. When I jog lightly or jump, the pain starts in my left chest, and ...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: A more serious condition is pneumothorax (air leakage into the pleural cavity due to alveolar rupture), which can be diagnosed with an X-ray. If the X-ray is normal, it may be neuralgia or muscle pain. It is recommended to see a pulmonologist for an X-ray.[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Can a CT Scan Detect Abnormal Lungs After Seven Years of Spontaneous Pneumothorax?
Spontaneous Pneumothorax (CT Scan) Hello Doctor: I had bilateral spontaneous pneumothorax seven years ago (once on each side, approximately six months apart). Due to recent changes in military service classification, anyone with a history of spontaneous pneumothorax on both sides...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: If your alveoli have abnormal dilation, a high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) scan can still detect it![Read More] Can a CT Scan Detect Abnormal Lungs After Seven Years of Spontaneous Pneumothorax?
Chest Pain When Breathing Deeply After Waking Up: Causes and When to Seek Help
Experiencing pain during deep breathing after waking up? Hello, I woke up today and noticed that I experience chest pain when taking deep breaths. (The pain starts in the middle of the chest and then radiates to the upper sides of both breasts.) What could this condition be? Do I...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It may be caused by maintaining the same position for too long during deep sleep. If you experience persistent chest pain or difficulty breathing, it is advisable to see a pulmonologist for a chest X-ray evaluation.[Read More] Chest Pain When Breathing Deeply After Waking Up: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Lung Nodules: Discrepancies in X-Ray Results and Next Steps
The health check report indicates the presence of some millet-sized pulmonary nodules in both lungs? Hello Doctor: On April 2nd, I underwent a physical examination at a health check-up clinic, and the diagnosis indicated that there were some millet-sized pulmonary nodules in both...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: The imaging quality may vary, but we will primarily rely on the comprehensive report, which should not pose any issues! The chest and back pain resembles neuropathic pain; it is important to stay relaxed. If you have a productive cough, please visit the outpatient clinic t...[Read More] Understanding Lung Nodules: Discrepancies in X-Ray Results and Next Steps