Health Risks of Lime Kiln Emissions: What You Need to Know
Smoke and dust generated by lime kilns? If there is a lime kiln or a factory related to lime production near your residence, it can produce smoke and dust. I'm not sure what kind of effects this might have on the body. What are the potential health impacts?
Dr. Suo Ren Reply:
Air pollution is related to the level of contamination, as the saying goes, "The doses make the poison." I hope that the factories near your home implement proper measures for exhaust emissions to avoid harming human health. Thank you for your letter, and I wish you goo...[Read More] Health Risks of Lime Kiln Emissions: What You Need to Know
Understanding Lung Patterns: What They Mean for Your Health
What is pulmonary markings? My health check report indicates that I have lung markings. What are lung markings? Are lung markings a sign of any specific condition? Can lung markings worsen? Is there a possibility of recovery, or can the condition at most be maintained without fur...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello Mr. Asda: The term "lung markings" refers to the white lines seen on both sides of the lung fields, apart from the alveoli (the smallest gas exchange units in lung tissue, which appear black on chest X-rays). These markings typically represent the interstitial lun...[Read More] Understanding Lung Patterns: What They Mean for Your Health
Understanding Chest Tightness and Persistent Cough After Cold
There is a slight tightness in the chest? Since experiencing a cold last month that led to hoarseness, I have been suffering from persistent voice strain that has not fully recovered. Recently, whenever I take a deep breath and cold air enters my throat or trachea, it triggers a ...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Severe colds can lead to inflammation of the lower respiratory tract, such as tracheitis, bronchitis, and bronchiolitis, resulting in damage or shedding of the epithelial lining of the trachea and bronchi. At this point, airway hyperreactivity increases, making individuals more s...[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness and Persistent Cough After Cold