Chest, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 25

Is it considered a disease?! It seems that about a year or two ago, I started experiencing sudden chest tightness, making it difficult to breathe and causing rapid breathing. It felt like I was struggling to get air. Later on, it seemed to improve somewhat, but recently, I have s...

Consult a physician? Hello, doctor. Around June 12, I started developing a rash all over my body. At first, I didn't pay much attention to it, but after a week, it got worse. I visited a dermatologist, who diagnosed it as eczema and prescribed oral medication and topical tre...

Abnormal growths on the skin? In recent years, I have noticed many small flat moles on my chest and arms, but I didn't pay much attention to them. However, in the past month, I suddenly discovered raised lesions along my hairline, under my armpits, and on my buttocks. They a...

Regarding the tuberculosis skin test for studying abroad? Dear Dr. Hsu, I will be going to the United States for further studies in August, and the school has provided a list of required vaccinations and examinations. I have obtained my vaccination record card from the health ce...

I'm sorry, but I need more context or content to provide a translation. Please provide the specific text you would Hello Dr. Hsu Li-An, I have a few questions I would like to ask you. My first symptom is chest pain and difficulty breathing. The second symptom is persistent d...

Sometimes breathing can be painful? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about something. Sometimes I experience pain while breathing, specifically in the area beneath my lower ribs in the chest or in my back. Recently, I've also felt pain radiating to my upper arms, which ...

Left thoracic cavity Hello Doctor, my situation is as follows: the location is near the heart, but I can't pinpoint the exact spot. I only know it's deep within the left chest cavity. I noticed this phenomenon starting this year, where I experience a sensation similar t...

What exactly is the problem that is difficult to understand? In the past six months, I have been experiencing persistent stomach pain and bloating. I have a history of gastric bleeding and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), so two months ago, I consulted a gastroenterologist...

Hemoptysis Hello, doctor. Sometimes I notice blood streaks in my sputum, but I don't have any coughing symptoms. I first discovered this situation in June of this year and urgently went to see a doctor. After undergoing chest and abdominal X-rays, the doctor said there were ...

Chest discomfort? Hello Doctor: Today I suddenly felt intermittent pain in my chest and epigastric area, accompanied by slightly rapid breathing and a feeling of shortness of breath, as if I might suffocate at any moment. The pain is widespread rather than localized, and it hurts...

Multiple sebaceous cysts? I have small white bumps under the skin on the inner side of my arms and on my chest, which can be affected during injections and blood draws. When I consulted a dermatologist, the doctor mentioned it might be "multiple sebaceous cysts" (I can&...

I've been feeling unwell, and I'm not sure which specialist to see! I have been feeling unwell for the past two to three months. I often have difficulty breathing, no matter how hard I try, I can't seem to get enough air. I feel a tightness around my heart, and I o...

Regarding health check-ups? Hello Dr. Huang, I would like to inquire about the costs associated with health examinations required for graduate school admission. If I go to a provincial hospital for the examination, what would be the estimated expenses for the following tests? ...

Regarding general company health examinations? Hello, I would like to ask about the approximate costs for a chest X-ray, blood pressure measurement, urine tests for glucose, protein, and occult blood, as well as tests for GPT (ALT), creatinine, cholesterol, and triglycerides.

I have been experiencing shortness of breath recently? Recently, I have been experiencing symptoms of shortness of breath, with a feeling of tightness in my chest. It feels somewhat like the air is trapped in my throat, and I need to take deep breaths to feel more comfortable. Ad...

Is it altitude sickness? Hello: On July 10th, I was at Alishan. I had no issues walking on flat surfaces, but I experienced shortness of breath and occasional chest tightness with coughing when climbing stairs. After resting for a while, I returned to normal, but the cough persis...

Could you please provide more details about your condition so I can suggest ways to improve it? Hello Dr. Huang, I have been suffering from severe constipation since middle school. It may be due to dietary issues, stress, or a lack of exercise, which has led to an increase in my...

Dizziness I often feel dizzy with a complete blackout in front of my eyes, and my chest feels tight, making it difficult to breathe. This occurs even when I haven't done anything. I usually experience chest discomfort and have had this condition for quite some time. Recently...

Dizziness, nausea, and vomiting? Hello, I have a few questions I would like to ask. 1. I need to use a computer at work, but recently, whenever I stare at the screen for too long, I suddenly feel dizzy (with a sensation of body swaying, as if I'm about to faint). I immedia...

Right chest pain with breathing and palpitations in the left chest? I have a smoking habit and, in my youth, I used to drink cold water quickly and consume alcohol. Recently, I have been experiencing health issues that have left me confused. I have visited the hospital for examin...