Does Drinking Ice Water After Exercise Cause Pneumothorax?
Drinking a large amount of ice-cold water after exercise can cause pneumothorax? Hello Doctor: A friend heard that after exercising, drinking ice water caused discomfort and went to see a doctor, who said it was a pneumothorax caused by drinking ice water. Can drinking ice water ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, theoretically speaking, ice water may cause discomfort in the throat or gastrointestinal tract, but it should not directly lead to a pneumothorax. As for the causes of pneumothorax, aside from trauma, one possible reason could be severe coughing, or it may occur as a spont...[Read More] Does Drinking Ice Water After Exercise Cause Pneumothorax?
Understanding Persistent Fever and Cough: Possible HIV Concerns
I have been experiencing intermittent fever for a month? 1. What is the likelihood of contracting HIV in this situation? 2. Do these symptoms resemble those of HIV? I have been monitoring my lymph nodes and oral health, and everything appears normal, except for throat pain caused...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: Regarding 1. What is the likelihood of contracting HIV in this situation? A: According to the CDC-Taiwan, there are three main routes of HIV transmission: 1. Sexual transmission: Engaging in oral, anal, or vaginal intercourse with an HIV-infected individual or exch...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Fever and Cough: Possible HIV Concerns
Persistent Cough and Sleep Issues: When to Seek Further Medical Help
About the common cold? I have been coughing for three to four days, but there has been no improvement, and my sleep has not been good (I have difficulty breathing). What should I do to improve? I have already visited a hospital in Taipei and underwent a rapid influenza test, whic...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, recently with colds, regardless of whether they are caused by the flu, symptoms including cough typically last for more than 3-4 days. However, if you continue to experience wheezing, it is advisable to get a chest X-ray to confirm whether there is pneumonia. As for the se...[Read More] Persistent Cough and Sleep Issues: When to Seek Further Medical Help
Preparing for Lung Function Tests: Medication Guidelines and Tips
Examination Preparation Hello: My father has been coughing for over 10 years. A low-dose CT scan shows microfibrosis. He has been on medication for many years without improvement. He is scheduled for a pulmonary function test at the end of the month. Should he stop taking oral me...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, please refrain from using bronchodilators (including oral, injectable, and aerosol forms) starting from 10 PM the night before the pulmonary function test. Additionally, do not smoke or consume coffee within four hours prior to the test. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Preparing for Lung Function Tests: Medication Guidelines and Tips
Understanding Fever Changes with Influenza A: What You Need to Know
Questions about fever related to Influenza A? Hello, doctor. The clinic's rapid test showed that I have influenza type A. I am currently taking antiviral medication and isolating at home. I would like to ask if a temperature reading of 37.8 degrees Celsius from an ear thermo...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: 1. Since the rapid test has confirmed a positive result for Influenza A, please ensure adherence to medication, wear a mask while coughing, and avoid further spreading the virus. 2. An ear temperature above 37.5 degrees Celsius is considered a fever, and above 38...[Read More] Understanding Fever Changes with Influenza A: What You Need to Know
Understanding Acute HIV Infection: Symptoms and Diagnosis
Acute HIV infection phase? Hello Doctor, I started feeling unwell around August 29, experiencing fever and fatigue. On August 30, I had blood tests showing a CRP of 7.490 (all other biochemical parameters were normal), WBC of 12,870, Neutrophils 70.8%, Lymphocytes 19.9%, and Mono...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: According to the Centers for Disease Control website (http://www.cdc.gov.tw), there are three main routes of HIV transmission: 1. Sexual transmission: Engaging in oral, anal, or vaginal intercourse or other exchanges of bodily fluids with an HIV-infected individual ...[Read More] Understanding Acute HIV Infection: Symptoms and Diagnosis
Understanding Periodic Low Fever: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Periodic low-grade fever? Hello doctor, recently I've been experiencing slight weakness in my limbs, and my body temperature rises to 37.7 to 37.8 degrees Celsius in the afternoon, during which I feel a bit unwell. However, by the evening, my temperature returns to normal, a...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the symptoms of tuberculosis are often very atypical, making it difficult to simply distinguish whether it is pulmonary tuberculosis based solely on symptoms. Conditions such as chronic allergies, rheumatic autoimmune diseases, and chronic bronchitis can present similar sy...[Read More] Understanding Periodic Low Fever: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Can Inhaled Sand and Gravel Be Broken Down by the Body?
Can inhaled sand and dust be broken down? Hello, doctor. Yesterday, while riding my bike, I passed by a gravel pit and inhaled some gravel. I didn't think much of it at first, but then I realized that gravel is essentially small stones. Given how hard gravel is, can the huma...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, your question can be answered in two parts. First, regarding the sand and gravel from quarries, even if they are very fine particles, they are still relatively large compared to the alveoli in our lungs, so they typically do not reach the alveoli. They are usually intercep...[Read More] Can Inhaled Sand and Gravel Be Broken Down by the Body?
Persistent Afternoon Fever: Understanding Chronic Symptoms and Causes
Fever every afternoon? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing a fever for over a month now, with temperatures gradually rising in the afternoon, ranging from 37.5 to 38.5 degrees Celsius. Two months ago, I had symptoms such as coughing and a runny nose, with occasional fevers aro...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers, regarding the above issue, here is my response. Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing a fever for over a month, with temperatures gradually rising in the afternoon, ranging between 37.5°C and 38.5°C. Two months ago, I had symptoms of cough and runny nose, with o...[Read More] Persistent Afternoon Fever: Understanding Chronic Symptoms and Causes
Understanding Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns for Students
Chest tightness or pain? Hello Doctor: I am a high school student. Today, I did not engage in any strenuous activities or exercise at school, but starting in the morning, I experienced severe chest tightness, difficulty breathing, and persistent coughing. When I take deep breaths...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, there are a few possibilities. First, I'm not sure if you've had a cold recently. Typically, a cold can be associated with pleuritis, which may lead to the symptoms you've described. If this is the case, resting more should gradually ...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns for Students
Persistent Cough for Two Weeks: What Could Be the Cause?
Hello doctor, I have been coughing continuously for two weeks? Hello doctor, I have been coughing for two weeks now. Each time I cough, it's just a single cough and there is no phlegm. My nasal discharge is also white. What could be the reason? Is there a problem with my lun...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, regarding your question, I would like to clarify: did you have no coughing at all two weeks ago? If you have had a long-term history of coughing, we may need to consider chronic rhinitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or other chronic conditions. Based on your de...[Read More] Persistent Cough for Two Weeks: What Could Be the Cause?
Understanding Lung X-Ray Results: Are Shadows a Sign of Lung Cancer?
X-ray examination issues? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my lung X-ray results. There are pulmonary shadows with a snowflake appearance. I had a chest CT scan and X-ray done last July, and nothing was found at that time. I have a long history of smoking, with 20 years of...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, I can sense your concern about your condition. Smoking does indeed increase the risk of lung cancer, so all smokers are considered to be at high risk for lung cancer. The term "snowflake mist" you mentioned likely refers to increased pulmonary infiltration, which...[Read More] Understanding Lung X-Ray Results: Are Shadows a Sign of Lung Cancer?
Understanding Intermittent Cough: When to Worry About Lung Cancer
Lung issues Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you a question. I had a complete physical examination last July, which included a chest CT scan, and the results showed no significant abnormalities in my lungs. However, I have been experiencing intermittent coughing for more than a ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello: Lung cancer indeed does not develop in such a short period of time. The only concern is that any examination has its limitations; a CT scan may not detect very small or early-stage lung cancer. However, based on your symptoms, it may not necessarily be lung cancer. Conditi...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Cough: When to Worry About Lung Cancer
Rabies Exposure Concerns: What Parents Need to Know
Rabies infection issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask, if my hand came into contact with the saliva of a stray dog and I only washed my hands normally afterward, touching water 2-3 times during that period, and then handled fruit for my child to eat (with my hands touching t...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers, Regarding the question of whether contact with the saliva of a stray dog could lead to rabies infection after only washing hands normally, touching water 2-3 times, and then cutting fruit for a child (with the hands touching the fruit), especially since the child h...[Read More] Rabies Exposure Concerns: What Parents Need to Know
Understanding Morning Cough: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Regarding morning cough? In the past month or two, I have been coughing persistently during the early morning hours, accompanied by a wheezing sound when breathing and clear phlegm. Occasionally, I also cough in the morning, though not very frequently, but if I cough too much, I ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the sound you described as "whooshing" is indicative of bronchoconstriction. I need to confirm whether this sound has been present for a long time or if it has recently developed. If it has been ongoing or occurs frequently, you should be cautious and consider vi...[Read More] Understanding Morning Cough: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Assessing HIV Risk: Symptoms and Concerns After Multiple Encounters
Symptoms related to HIV/AIDS? Hello, doctor. Since around September of last year, I have had sexual encounters with over ten sex workers. Among these encounters, there were a few instances of unprotected oral sex, but all vaginal intercourse was protected, and there was no anal i...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: According to the information from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website: http://www.cdc.gov.tw/professional/list.aspx?treeid=7B56E6F932B49B90&nowtreeid=8CFCD9975BC5720FA. The transmission routes of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) are as follows: 1...[Read More] Assessing HIV Risk: Symptoms and Concerns After Multiple Encounters
Could Cold Medicine Be Causing Your Sudden Limb Weakness?
Is the occasional weakness in the limbs related to cold medication? Hello, doctor: I have been coughing and my throat has been very itchy lately, so I went to a small clinic for a consultation. The doctor diagnosed me with bronchitis and prescribed medication for three days. I to...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello: Based on your symptom description, there are two possible causes. The first is the effect of medication, particularly antihistamines found in cold medications. If this is the case, symptoms usually improve after discontinuing the medication. The second possibility is that ...[Read More] Could Cold Medicine Be Causing Your Sudden Limb Weakness?
Understanding Sarcoidosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Chest pain associated with sarcoma? Hello Doctor: Last October, I experienced prolonged unexplained fever (38 degrees Celsius) and visited the infectious disease department multiple times for examinations. During this period, I also had night sweats, weight loss (3 kg in one mont...
Dr. Zeng Guosen Reply:
1. Sarcomatoid carcinoma is not a common disease, and it is recommended to seek medical attention at a medical center. 2. Bringing all relevant medical records can help the physician quickly understand your condition. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding Sarcoidosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Dizziness and Fatigue After a Cold: What You Need to Know
Hello doctor, I had a fever of 38.2 degrees Celsius the day before yesterday, and I have been feeling dizzy yesterday and today? Hello, doctor! The day before yesterday, I experienced body aches, nasal congestion, and a fever of up to 38 degrees Celsius. After visiting the emerge...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the dizziness and difficulty concentrating you are experiencing may have two possible causes. First, a cold can inherently lead to systemic fatigue and discomfort. Second, the decongestant medication you are taking may contain antihistamines, whi...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Fatigue After a Cold: What You Need to Know
Understanding Right Upper Abdominal Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Help
Right upper quadrant pain (has seen a doctor)? Hello, Doctor. On the morning of December 25th, I suddenly experienced mild pain in my upper right abdomen along with shoulder discomfort. By December 26th, the shoulder pain had subsided, but the upper right abdominal pain worsened....
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is possible that you may be experiencing a muscle strain or pleuritis. Have you recently engaged in intense physical activity or lifted heavy objects? If so, a muscle strain is more likely. Alternatively, have you had a recent cold or experien...[Read More] Understanding Right Upper Abdominal Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Help