Should You See a Doctor for Chest Discomfort After Eating?
Do I need to see a doctor? Hello Doctor, on the evening of November 30th, while I was eating enoki mushrooms and chatting with my mother, I might have eaten a bit too quickly and possibly inhaled some enoki mushrooms into my airway (though I'm not entirely sure). After that,...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: If food is accidentally aspirated into the trachea, it is likely to cause severe coughing. Since the angle of the left bronchus is wider, it is less likely for food to enter that airway. It is recommended to see a pulmonologist only if there is persistent coughing or fever...[Read More] Should You See a Doctor for Chest Discomfort After Eating?
Coughing After Catheter Ablation: Causes and Duration Explained
Coughing after catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation? Hello Doctor: At the beginning of November, I underwent catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation. The doctor said the procedure was very successful. However, a week after returning home, I started experiencing a dry cough...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Cases like yours are not common. The symptoms should gradually improve over time. During this period, you can visit a pulmonologist to receive some cough suppressants, which should help alleviate your symptoms![Read More] Coughing After Catheter Ablation: Causes and Duration Explained
Understanding Sternum Pain: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Sternal tenderness? In the past few days, I have been pressing on my sternum intermittently with my fingers. Initially, everything felt normal, but today I noticed that there is a slight pain at the junction of the sternum and ribs when I apply pressure (similar to a bruising sen...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: The sternum and ribs are sensitive areas, and frequent pressure can often lead to pain or bruising. It is advisable to avoid further pressure. If there is a hematologic malignancy, there may be bleeding or bruising even in areas that have not been pressed. This is for your...[Read More] Understanding Sternum Pain: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Understanding Symptoms: Coughing, Breathing Issues, and Chest Discomfort
Coughing up phlegm, difficulty breathing, mild chest pain? Hello, doctor. On October 1st, I visited the clinic due to symptoms such as a runny nose and fatigue. I've had a history of nasal allergies since childhood, experiencing persistent runny nose, especially in the morni...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Your symptoms are more indicative of allergic rhinitis and post-nasal drip. Taking antihistamines for allergies often leads to symptoms of throat dryness and itchiness. It is recommended to drink plenty of warm water and to avoid cold foods. For fruits, it is advisable to ...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms: Coughing, Breathing Issues, and Chest Discomfort
Understanding Recent Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns
Recently, I have been experiencing chest tightness and pain? Recently, I've been experiencing chest tightness and sometimes feel like there's something stuck in my chest, making it difficult to breathe. My heart occasionally feels tight, almost like it's being sque...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: The left rib being higher than the right should not affect your health. A chest X-ray can diagnose the presence of a pneumothorax. It is recommended that you consult a pulmonologist (if a cardiologist has already performed an X-ray, a pneumothorax can likely be ruled out)....[Read More] Understanding Recent Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns
Could a Rice Grain Be Stuck in My Airway? Understanding the Risks
Suspected aspiration of a rice grain into the trachea? During lunch today, just as I was about to take a bite, I suddenly felt a cough reflex when I inhaled. It wasn't very strong, so I didn't pay much attention and continued eating, but the urge to cough persisted. Aft...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
It is recommended to see an otolaryngologist![Read More] Could a Rice Grain Be Stuck in My Airway? Understanding the Risks
Understanding Intermittent Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns
Intermittent chest pain discomfort? Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old friend from Hong Kong. I have been smoking for about 2 years, but I only smoke up to 5 cigarettes a day, and there have been periods when I didn't smoke at all. I have been smoke-free for 3 months now. Rece...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: If there is a clear lesion affecting the pleura causing pain, it should be persistent. Intermittent pain is more indicative of neuromuscular pain. It is recommended to start with symptomatic treatment, and if symptoms persist after three months, consider getting an X-ray t...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns
Can Heart Medication Cause a Sensation of a Foreign Body in the Bronchi?
Bronchial issues Hello, I would like to ask if it's possible that when I took my heart medication, which is a small pink pill, I accidentally raised my head too high and it felt like it got stuck in my bronchus. At that moment, I didn't cough or experience anything else...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: If a medication is in the trachea, it would likely cause severe coughing. If it is in the esophagus, it should pass into the stomach with food, and it may just be the sensation of a foreign body caused by contact with the laryngeal mucosa![Read More] Can Heart Medication Cause a Sensation of a Foreign Body in the Bronchi?
Understanding Slow Recovery in Acute Miliary Tuberculosis Treatment
After taking medication for tuberculosis for almost a year, the X-ray shows that the area of the white shadow in the lungs has only decreased slightly? Hello Dr. Yang, I was diagnosed with acute miliary tuberculosis in September of last year. However, due to an allergy to medica...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: A recommended treatment duration of one year (364 days) is appropriate, unless there is still fever or the X-ray findings have worsened compared to before, in which case a reevaluation is necessary![Read More] Understanding Slow Recovery in Acute Miliary Tuberculosis Treatment
Understanding Gurgling Sounds in the Chest: When to Worry
There are gurgling sounds in the chest? Recently, I've been experiencing a sensation of pulsation in my right chest, and when I run, I can feel a gurgling sound inside, as if there is a mass of air moving. An ENT specialist said not to worry too much, but I am still a bit co...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: If there is no cough with phlegm, there should be no chest issues. However, if you are still concerned, you can consult a pulmonologist and get a chest X-ray for further evaluation![Read More] Understanding Gurgling Sounds in the Chest: When to Worry
Persistent Cough and Chest Tightness: Seeking the Right Specialist
Coughing and chest tightness? Hello, doctor; I am studying Animal Health at a vocational school. Last September, when I first entered the rabbit barn on the farm, I started coughing after cleaning the barn. I went to see an ENT specialist, and after taking medication for a month ...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Your symptoms cannot rule out asthma. I'm not sure if you had allergic rhinitis in your childhood. I recommend that you see a pulmonologist and inform the doctor about the wheezing you experience after exercise. Please ask the doctor to evaluate whether you have asthm...[Read More] Persistent Cough and Chest Tightness: Seeking the Right Specialist
Persistent Cough for 5 Weeks: Seeking Answers and Next Steps
Coughing for 5 weeks? Hello, Doctor! I have been coughing for 5 weeks and have visited multiple clinics. Initially, I had a cold with severe throat pain, body weakness, hoarseness, and fever. After these symptoms improved, the cough began and has persisted until now. I first visi...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended that you seek another hospital outside of your current healthcare system for an X-ray and a professional assessment to determine if there are any significant lung diseases. If the X-ray confirms no obvious lung abnormalities and there is no improvement in...[Read More] Persistent Cough for 5 Weeks: Seeking Answers and Next Steps
Understanding Chest Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Chest issues About two weeks ago, I started experiencing intermittent chest pain and sharp pain in both sides of my chest. However, my breathing is completely normal, and I do not feel pain when taking deep breaths or exhaling. After two days, I went to a small clinic for an exam...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Your symptoms are more indicative of neuropathic pain (intermittent and in various locations). All related tests are normal. Improvements can be made by maintaining a regular schedule, relaxing, reducing the intake of cold foods, and only taking pain medication when the pa...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Chest Pain After Coughing: When to Seek Medical Attention
After a few days of cold and cough, pain began in the left chest area? Hello Dr. Yang, I have had a cold for over a week, starting with a cough, runny nose, and fever. I am almost recovered now, with only a cough (producing white phlegm) remaining. Although the frequency of my co...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: No need for ice packs, it is recommended to see an internist for an X-ray evaluation![Read More] Chest Pain After Coughing: When to Seek Medical Attention
Managing Mild Asthma: How to Refill Your Medication in the U.S.
Mild asthma medication? Hello, Doctor! I was diagnosed with asthma when I was a child, but it wasn't very severe. Especially as I grew older, the frequency of attacks has significantly decreased, with only about ten episodes in the past couple of years. Most of these episode...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is recommended that you schedule an appointment with a pulmonologist for re-evaluation and medication management.[Read More] Managing Mild Asthma: How to Refill Your Medication in the U.S.
Understanding Exercise-Induced Asthma: Symptoms and Diagnosis Explained
Exercise-induced asthma My family has no history of asthma, and I was never diagnosed with asthma during childhood. However, I have always found it easier to become short of breath compared to my classmates; while they might start to feel breathless after 10 minutes of exercise, ...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: Playing badminton or tennis is considered a more intense type of exercise, and you should be capable of handling it without any cardiovascular issues. It is recommended to develop a routine of exercising 2-3 times a week, gradually improving over time. If you are overweigh...[Read More] Understanding Exercise-Induced Asthma: Symptoms and Diagnosis Explained
Preventing High Altitude Pulmonary Edema: Essential Medications and Tips
To prevent the recurrence of high-altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE), it is advisable to carry the following medications: 1. Acetazolamide (Diamox) - This medication can help prevent altitude sickness and reduce the risk of HAPE. 2. Dexamethasone - A corticosteroid that may be used...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: 1-2. Each person's constitution is different; you should be cautious about your own condition and acclimatize to altitudes of 3000 to 3800 meters several times. 3. It is recommended to visit a travel clinic to prepare relevant medications and consult a physician for u...[Read More] Preventing High Altitude Pulmonary Edema: Essential Medications and Tips
Persistent Dry Cough for 3 Weeks: Should I Worry About Lung Cancer?
Dry cough for 3 weeks? I am a 32-year-old male. I had a full body check-up on January 4, 2018, which included a low-dose chest CT scan that showed no nodules and was clear. However, I have been experiencing a dry cough for three weeks without any phlegm, and now I am starting to ...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: I had a lung cancer screening in January of this year with no nodules found, so there should be no concern about tumors at this time. The cough lasting for three weeks may be due to a lung infection or bronchial sensitivity. I recommend seeing a pulmonologist! A chest X-ra...[Read More] Persistent Dry Cough for 3 Weeks: Should I Worry About Lung Cancer?
Understanding Lung Nodules: Fibrosis, Granulomas, and Follow-Up Care
Pulmonary nodule, pulmonary lobe fibrosis, granuloma? Hello: Last year, I underwent a CT scan, and the report indicated "Chest CT with and without contrast - Bilateral lung area nodule-like and focal densities, as left. Srs: 4. Img: 16. right. Img: 11.17.45.33. etc. lung win...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: It is generally recommended to consult a pulmonologist for interpretation and advice. If possible, it would be even better to obtain copies of previous chest X-rays from the past two years for comparison.[Read More] Understanding Lung Nodules: Fibrosis, Granulomas, and Follow-Up Care
Can Spontaneous Pneumothorax Recur After Just One Month?
Is there a recurrence of pneumothorax? In early March of this year, I was hospitalized for 4 days due to a spontaneous pneumothorax (left lung) (my first pneumothorax). Recently, over the past three days, I have been experiencing a sensation of slight suffocation (between the col...
Dr. Yang Wenda reply Pulmonology
Hello: The diagnosis of pneumothorax still requires the assistance of a chest X-ray examination. It is recommended that if your symptoms continue to worsen and you experience shortness of breath, you should promptly return to the thoracic clinic for follow-up and a chest X-ray![Read More] Can Spontaneous Pneumothorax Recur After Just One Month?