Managing Excessive Mucus After Tracheostomy: Effective Strategies and Solutions
What should I do if I have excessive secretions after a tracheostomy that I can't clear? My mother suffered a ruptured intracranial aneurysm in September last year, which required emergency surgery after intubation. She spent 21 days in the intensive care unit before transit...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: 1. Excessive phlegm indicates that there may be chronic inflammation or allergies in the airways; please have the physician adjust the medication accordingly (allergies or inflammation may not resolve quickly). 2. If the phlegm is too thin, reduce the use of expectorants o...[Read More] Managing Excessive Mucus After Tracheostomy: Effective Strategies and Solutions
Understanding Lung Nodules and Breathing Issues: A Guide for Patients
Lung issues Hello Doctor, In the CT scan report from my physical examination, lung nodules were found in the right middle and lower lobes, along with mild bronchiectasis. The X-ray report indicated pulmonary infiltration and aortic sclerosis. I have also been experiencing chest...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: For lung issues, please follow up with the pulmonology department for re-evaluation. A biopsy is necessary to determine whether the condition is benign or malignant; the timing of the biopsy will be discussed with your attending physician. For sleep problems, it is recomme...[Read More] Understanding Lung Nodules and Breathing Issues: A Guide for Patients
Can I Get a Chest X-Ray for Chest Pain as a Student?
Chest issues Can I go get a chest X-ray by myself if I'm graduating from junior high this year and experiencing chest pain?
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: You can make an appointment with the pulmonology department for a consultation![Read More] Can I Get a Chest X-Ray for Chest Pain as a Student?
Understanding Tightness in the Throat and Chest: Possible Causes and Solutions
Tightness in the throat? Hello doctor, I have been feeling a tightness in my chest and a sensation of constriction in my throat that connects to my lungs. I often feel short of breath and have a cough, especially when exposed to air conditioning, which seems to exacerbate the sym...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Difficulty in breathing may be caused by changes in air quality or temperature. It is advisable not to consume too many cold items, to drink plenty of warm water, and to ensure adequate sleep, which should help improve the condition.[Read More] Understanding Tightness in the Throat and Chest: Possible Causes and Solutions
Long-Term Effects of Inhaling Printer Fumes in Young Children
Infants may experience wheezing? A 5-year-old child in the household had an incident last February where they forcefully inhaled fumes from a laser printer right after a document was printed. Subsequently, the child experienced wheezing on two occasions, but there have been no si...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It should not have a significant impact. If there are symptoms of asthma, please consult a pediatric allergist.[Read More] Long-Term Effects of Inhaling Printer Fumes in Young Children
Understanding Throat and Trachea Issues: Symptoms and Concerns
Throat and tracheal issues? Hello, doctor. I started experiencing a sore throat, fatigue, and very mild coughing around March 16. I have visited the clinic three times and have been taking antibiotics. As of today, March 28, my sore throat and other symptoms have mostly improved....
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It seems more like an allergy affecting the nasal cavity and trachea. It is recommended to drink plenty of water, and follow up with an otolaryngologist![Read More] Understanding Throat and Trachea Issues: Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Throat Irritation and Breathing Issues After a Cold
Itchy throat, wheezing, or a cool sensation in the respiratory tract? On February 2, 2020, I caught a cold from a friend. On February 25, I visited a thoracic specialist at a hospital in China, where I had an X-ray and a lung auscultation. The doctor indicated that everything was...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: If the airways are more sensitive and it doesn't resemble asthma, there is no need for further X-rays, and you may also consider consulting a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner![Read More] Understanding Throat Irritation and Breathing Issues After a Cold
Understanding Chest Pain, Cough, and Mild Wheezing: When to Seek Help
Chest pain, cough, mild wheezing? Hello Doctor, I have recently noticed occasional mild pain in my chest (on both sides near the sternum) and along the lower ribcage, which tends to occur more frequently when I am tired. Pressing on the area makes the pain more noticeable, but it...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: If it resembles neuropathic pain and is not severe, it is recommended to get plenty of rest, engage in moderate exercise, drink warm water, and sweating may help improve the condition![Read More] Understanding Chest Pain, Cough, and Mild Wheezing: When to Seek Help
Understanding Chest Pain: Causes, Recovery, and When to Seek Help
Chest pain? A few days ago, I was hit in the chest. Initially, it hurt when I breathed, but after a week, that pain went away. Now, I experience intermittent chest pain that seems to radiate. Is it possible that this could be pulmonary fibrosis? How long might it take to heal? If...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended to get a chest X-ray to ensure that there are no issues with the lungs. If the discomfort persists, you may consider seeing a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Causes, Recovery, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Unexplained Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Unexplained chest pain? Hello Doctor: On the evening of March 22, I noticed a sharp pain in the upper left chest (about 7 cm below the clavicle, where I can feel the bone). The pain occurs intermittently, lasting about one second each time. A few times, I experienced pain when I ...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Your symptoms are more indicative of neuropathic pain. Relaxing and relieving stress should help improve your condition. It would also be advisable to visit a pulmonologist for a chest X-ray to ensure there are no abnormalities in your heart and lungs, which would provide ...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and When to Seek Help
Chest tightness? I am not sure what the cause is, and I cannot confirm if it is related to something that happened recently, but I have suddenly noticed a feeling of tightness or pressure in my chest. However, there is no pain or difficulty breathing; it is just a strange sensati...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: At your age, heart problems are less likely. It is recommended to see a pulmonologist for a chest X-ray. If you experience stomach pain or acid reflux, you may want to consult a gastroenterologist![Read More] Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Breathing Issues: When to See a Specialist for Diagnosis
Respiratory issues One night in late February, I suddenly felt a bit short of breath (wanting to take deep breaths, and after a few seconds, I would feel the urge to breathe deeply again). I experienced slight chest tightness, so I visited a pulmonologist. The doctor listened wit...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Confirm whether you have any life or work-related stress. Do not focus on your breathing rate. If you cannot improve, consider consulting a psychosomatic medicine specialist.[Read More] Understanding Breathing Issues: When to See a Specialist for Diagnosis
Understanding the Side Effects of Runva E-Lida in Asthma Treatment
Runwa Yilida Hello, doctor. I have a dust mite allergy, and I tend to cough when I catch a cold. I need to use an inhaler to feel better. Previously, I used Pulmicort, but this time the doctor prescribed me to use Roflumilast. I started using Roflumilast on February 7 and continu...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended not to inhale too forcefully (too deeply), and to observe the situation. Some individuals may have a constitution that is less suitable for certain medications.[Read More] Understanding the Side Effects of Runva E-Lida in Asthma Treatment
Understanding Chest Injuries: Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Chest contusion A few days ago, a classmate punched me slightly to the left of my two nipples. At the moment, it didn't hurt much, but after a day or two, it started to hurt when I took deep breaths or exerted pressure on my chest. Could this be a lung injury? How long will ...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: If you experience symptoms of difficulty breathing, please seek medical attention promptly. Generally speaking, if it is just pain in the sternum or chest muscles, you should apply hot water, and it should improve within a week. If there is no improvement, you may consult ...[Read More] Understanding Chest Injuries: Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Is It Just a Cold or Pneumonia? Understanding Your Symptoms
Common cold or pneumonia? I have asthma and rhinitis. Two days ago, I started experiencing severe coughing with phlegm (orange-yellow in color) and a sore throat. On the first day, I took over-the-counter medication because my ear temperature was 38 degrees Celsius, and I had whe...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It may be bronchitis; an X-ray is needed to determine if there is pneumonia.[Read More] Is It Just a Cold or Pneumonia? Understanding Your Symptoms
Asthma or Pneumonia? Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Help
Asthma and pneumonia? I have a history of asthma. Four days ago, I played basketball outdoors, but since the next day, I've felt like there's phlegm stuck in my throat that I can't clear. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, I'm unsure whether this is pneumon...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: There is no wheezing, so it does not resemble an asthma attack. Without an X-ray, it is impossible to determine if there is pneumonia (which usually presents with fever and cough). Your issue is simply excessive phlegm; it is recommended to avoid consuming very cold or ver...[Read More] Asthma or Pneumonia? Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Help
Understanding Chronic Interstitial Lung Disease: Key Insights and Next Steps
Pulmonary infiltrates. Lung issues? Exaggerated lung markings in both lung fields. Mild pulmonary infiltration in both lower lung fields, clear of right and left costophrenic angles. Impression: chronic interstitial lung disease. Do I need further examination?
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Sometimes insufficient inhalation can also lead to similar situations. If there are no symptoms, it is recommended to follow up with an X-ray in two months![Read More] Understanding Chronic Interstitial Lung Disease: Key Insights and Next Steps
Frequent Chest Pain: Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Frequent chest pain? Hello Dr. Yang, I used to experience occasional left chest pain, but recently it has been happening frequently over the past few weeks. Sometimes the pain is intense, while other times it feels like a dull, tight sensation. The location of the pain is not alw...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: The likelihood of a myocardial infarction should be low, but there is concern about paroxysmal arrhythmia. It is recommended to see a cardiologist and also to learn stress relief techniques![Read More] Frequent Chest Pain: Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Understanding Your Chest X-Ray: Emphysema and Bronchial Changes
Lung issues Hello, Doctor: I have a history of bronchiectasis. Could you please help me assess the severity of the following X-ray report? Thank you! Chest: * Emphysematous changes in both lungs with increased markings * Bronchial wall thickening in both lower lungs * No def...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It seems to describe bronchiectasis combined with some degree of emphysema. The severity depends on how serious your cough or wheezing symptoms are. If you have respiratory symptoms, it is recommended to follow up with a pulmonology clinic.[Read More] Understanding Your Chest X-Ray: Emphysema and Bronchial Changes
Understanding Shortness of Breath: Possible Causes and Solutions
Shortness of breath with a feeling of pressure in the lungs? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing shortness of breath quite frequently, especially when squatting or lying down. I had acupuncture last Friday, and this sensation started appearing afterward. Initially, I...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: If there are weight issues that need to be managed, it is uncommon for a 24-year-old to have poor cardiopulmonary function. For other concerns, please consult your pulmonologist.[Read More] Understanding Shortness of Breath: Possible Causes and Solutions