Breathing Difficulties After Using Essential Oils: What You Need to Know
Choked on eucalyptus oil? Hello doctor, I have gained 20 kilograms due to foot pain from early March to early April. At the end of April, I started experiencing breathing obstruction. I have been examined by an otolaryngologist, who also performed a nasal endoscopy, and both ches...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Your symptoms are primarily related to nasal or upper respiratory tract narrowing (throat). It is recommended that you regularly follow up with an otolaryngologist and find ways to lose weight![Read More] Breathing Difficulties After Using Essential Oils: What You Need to Know
Understanding Breathing Issues: Causes and Solutions for Chest Discomfort
Respiratory issues Doctor, recently I've been experiencing unusual breathing. I find myself involuntarily holding my breath, and when I inhale through my nose, it feels like I can't get enough air. However, exhaling through my nose is not a problem. I have become self-a...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Breathing is an involuntary action, and there is no need to consciously hold your breath or exhale. Some pressure may lead to a feeling of chest tightness. It is recommended to maintain a regular exercise routine and ensure adequate sleep, while also trying to identify the...[Read More] Understanding Breathing Issues: Causes and Solutions for Chest Discomfort
Breathing Difficulties and Coughing: When to See a Specialist?
Shortness of breath and cough? Hello Dr. Yang, I have recently been experiencing difficulty breathing (requiring deep breaths), swallowing difficulties, dry mouth, a sensation of a foreign body in my throat, and occasional coughing. Additionally, the muscles on the left side of m...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended to consult a neurosurgeon for an evaluation of the cervical spine, and also to see a pulmonologist for a chest X-ray to check for any cardiac or pulmonary issues.[Read More] Breathing Difficulties and Coughing: When to See a Specialist?
Understanding Breathing Difficulties and Coughing: When to Seek Help
Difficulty breathing and coughing? Hello Dr. Yang, I have recently been experiencing difficulty breathing (requiring deep breaths), swallowing difficulties, dry mouth, a sensation of a foreign body in my throat, and occasional coughing. Additionally, the muscles on the left side ...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended to see an otolaryngologist and a neurosurgeon. Try to relieve the pressure and drink plenty of warm water; your symptoms may improve![Read More] Understanding Breathing Difficulties and Coughing: When to Seek Help
Understanding Drainage Issues in Spontaneous Pneumothorax Treatment
Issues Related to Drainage in Pneumothorax Treatment Hello, Dr. Yang. I am currently in the hospital being treated for a spontaneous pneumothorax. However, the drainage device suddenly shows no signs of activity. In other words, there is no air being expelled when I cough. Connec...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: I would like to consult the doctor again. If there is no more air leakage, there will be no movement (bubbling). If the X-ray results are normal, the doctor will assess the timing for tube removal![Read More] Understanding Drainage Issues in Spontaneous Pneumothorax Treatment
Managing Bronchiectasis: Medication, Symptoms, and Lifestyle Tips
Bronchiectasis Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if I can stop taking erythromycin, inhaling nebulized medications, and taking pancreatic enzymes after five months. Will there be any risk of antibiotic resistance? I plan to seek medical attention if I experience thick phlegm or ...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is sufficient to regularly consult a single pulmonologist. Exercise can include slow walking and intermittent brisk walking. As long as you can eat and sleep well, there is a chance for weight gain. If you are sensitive to cold, you may seek an evaluation from a traditi...[Read More] Managing Bronchiectasis: Medication, Symptoms, and Lifestyle Tips
Understanding Allergies: Symptoms and Management in a New Environment
Allergy issues? I have a history of allergic rhinitis and dermatitis, and my dermatitis has already resolved. I used to eat seafood and nuts without any issues, but since moving to Japan, I've experienced itchy, mosquito bite-like welts or red, itchy spots on my hands after ...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Your symptoms may indicate a skin allergy, and the dry, itchy throat and cough could also suggest bronchial hyperreactivity. To determine if you have asthma, further pulmonary function tests are necessary. It is recommended that you visit a pulmonology clinic to arrange fo...[Read More] Understanding Allergies: Symptoms and Management in a New Environment
Managing Bronchiectasis: Understanding Long-Term Antibiotic Use and Side Effects
Bronchiectasis I have bronchiectasis and have been coughing up blood along with phlegm. The doctor prescribed erythromycin for a year, and I'm unsure if I really need to take it for that long. For the past six months, I've been experiencing recurrent hemoptysis, and lat...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended to take it for one year based on a European research report. In the study, the treatment group that received treatment for one year showed a reduction in the frequency of episodes. However, there are no research reports on treatment durations of 3 months ...[Read More] Managing Bronchiectasis: Understanding Long-Term Antibiotic Use and Side Effects
Persistent Neck Discomfort After Asthma Attack: Is It Inflammation?
After an asthma attack, there is often an itchy discomfort in the area of the neck near the collarbone? I had asthma as a child, and the last attack was twelve years ago. Recently, while organizing things at home, I experienced an asthma episode with wheezing. I consulted a docto...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease. It is already being controlled with inhaled corticosteroids. There are many reasons for throat itching; you can consult an otolaryngologist to check for any mucosal inflammation in the throat, or you may also consider seeing a trad...[Read More] Persistent Neck Discomfort After Asthma Attack: Is It Inflammation?
Should I Discuss LDCT with My Doctor After Lung X-Ray Results?
I am unsure whether it is necessary to discuss with the attending physician about undergoing a further examination with LDCT (Low-Dose Computed Tomography)? Hello Doctor, I hope it's not too presumptuous of me to ask about my two chest X-ray results. I am unable to understan...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Previously, there were no signs of recurrence at the primary site after early treatment and subsequent follow-up of the tumor. It is unlikely that there will be sudden distant metastasis. It is recommended to consult a pulmonologist to assess whether the small nodules in t...[Read More] Should I Discuss LDCT with My Doctor After Lung X-Ray Results?
Understanding Chest and Back Pain: Anxiety and Digestive Issues Explained
Chest pain and back pain? Recently, I have been feeling anxious and tense, and when my body feels unwell, I worry about what might be wrong. Initially, I experienced stomach pain and slight chest discomfort, but I did not have any fever or cold symptoms. I have normal bowel movem...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: As long as you can control bowel movements with medication or diet to less than three times a day and ensure they are not watery, other symptoms are related to stress and anxiety. Try to relax, as the COVID-19 situation in Taiwan is not severe![Read More] Understanding Chest and Back Pain: Anxiety and Digestive Issues Explained
Understanding Right Upper Back Pain: Is It Muscle Strain or Lung Issues?
Occasional mild pain near the spine on the right side of the back? Hello, doctor. While I was eating, my nose suddenly became very itchy, and I felt the urge to sneeze but couldn't. At that moment, I had taken a bite of white rice and felt like something had momentarily gone...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: If there is no severe coughing, it is unlikely that food particles have aspirated into the lungs.[Read More] Understanding Right Upper Back Pain: Is It Muscle Strain or Lung Issues?
Short Exhalation: Understanding Breathing Issues Post-Pandemic
Shortness of breath? Recently, I don't know if it's due to the pandemic, but I've been very conscious about controlling my breathing, and I've noticed that my exhalation is shorter than my inhalation. I've almost forgotten how to breathe normally. I had a...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: The X-ray is normal, and there is no past history of asthma, so there should be no issues with ventilation! It is recommended to breathe naturally, relax, and there is no need to control the timing of inhalation or exhalation![Read More] Short Exhalation: Understanding Breathing Issues Post-Pandemic
Understanding Mild Pulmonary Infiltration: When to Seek Medical Attention
Mild pulmonary infiltration Hello Doctor, I recently completed a health check at my company, and the hospital called me to pick up my report for further examination. The reason is a mild nonspecific infiltrative shadow lesion in the right upper lobe of my lung, with no other sign...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended to visit the pulmonology outpatient clinic for a follow-up and to obtain a chest X-ray to confirm whether the infiltrative shadow is still present. If there is still infiltration, please have the physician evaluate further examinations or follow-up.[Read More] Understanding Mild Pulmonary Infiltration: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Chest and Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Chest pain and back pain? Recently, I've been feeling anxious and tense, and when my body feels unwell, I start to worry about what's wrong. Initially, I experienced stomach pain and slight chest discomfort, but I didn't have any fever or cold symptoms. I have norm...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Your condition is related to emotional stress. It is recommended to relax and avoid greasy or cold foods.[Read More] Understanding Chest and Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Rib Pain: Causes and When to Seek Medical Attention
Sharp pain in different areas of the ribs? Two days ago, I experienced discomfort and sharp pain in my right chest while sleeping. The pain was particularly noticeable when pressing on my ribs, taking deep breaths, or lying on my right side. The condition improved around noon the...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Your symptoms are more indicative of neuralgia, but it is still recommended to see a pulmonologist for a chest X-ray to rule out any lung issues![Read More] Understanding Rib Pain: Causes and When to Seek Medical Attention
Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention and Self-Care Tips
Chest pain? Recently, I occasionally feel a sharp pain in the center of my chest when I move. A while ago, I felt bloated in my abdomen, and I noticed that when I massage my lower right abdomen, the chest pain also occurs. Since my abdomen occasionally feels bloated, I thought it...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended to see a gastroenterologist![Read More] Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention and Self-Care Tips
Persistent Cough After Inhaling Cleaning Chemicals: What to Do?
Inhalation of cleaning agents, persistent cough for several days? Hello, doctor! About half a month ago, while cleaning the bathroom, I accidentally used a large amount of a mold remover containing sodium hypochlorite along with a small amount of hydrochloric acid. At that moment...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: First, confirm that an X-ray has been taken. If the results are normal, there should be no concern about chemical exposure causing aspiration injury. It is recommended to see a pulmonologist and take medications to control the symptoms![Read More] Persistent Cough After Inhaling Cleaning Chemicals: What to Do?
Central Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention and Next Steps
Central chest pain? Hello, Doctor: I have been experiencing central chest pain for the past two weeks. I am unable to exert myself when sneezing or lifting heavy objects. During the first week, I felt better for one day after four days of pain. However, in the second week, I wake...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: First, confirm that there are no issues with the X-ray. If there are symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), it is recommended to undergo an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy.[Read More] Central Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention and Next Steps
Understanding Chest Tightness: When to Seek Medical Attention
Chest tightness issue? In recent years, I have frequently felt a sensation of chest tightness and consciously breathe through my mouth. Each time I breathe through my mouth, I experience a feeling of something being pushed open in my chest, which alleviates the tightness. Should ...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended to get an X-ray to ensure there are no issues with the lungs. If you have symptoms of nasal congestion, it is advisable to see an ear, nose, and throat specialist![Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness: When to Seek Medical Attention