Understanding Chest Pain: Is It Costochondritis or Something Else?
Uncertain if it is costochondritis? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing recurrent colds lately, and the symptoms are quite similar each time. However, this time I am unsure if the cold is due to the colder weather or some other reason. I have noticed that whenever I cough, I ...
Dr. Guo Hongyi Reply:
Hello: Dear public, chest pain can have many possible causes. If you are experiencing discomfort, it is advisable to visit a pulmonology outpatient clinic directly, where the attending physician can evaluate you and arrange for relevant tests and treatments as needed. Thank you f...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Is It Costochondritis or Something Else?
Understanding Left Chest Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Left chest pain? Hello Doctor, recently as we enter winter, I experience a sharp pain while breathing (especially during deep breaths), which sometimes occurs in the following locations: (1. five finger widths below the left nipple, 2. upper left chest near the center of the body...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: The chest X-ray shows no abnormalities, indicating that there are likely no substantial lung lesions. It seems more like muscle or nerve pain. Please temporarily refrain from doing push-ups and avoid consuming ice-cold beverages, and observe whether the symptoms improve![Read More] Understanding Left Chest Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Intermittent Left Chest Pain: Stress, Nerves, or Something More?
Intermittent sharp pain in the left chest? The individual has no prior medical history but recently discovered that their mother has stage IV lung adenocarcinoma. They have started researching related information and are uncertain whether their symptoms are due to excessive stres...
Dr. Zhang Youzheng Reply:
Hello: In stage IV lung adenocarcinoma, it is important to consider whether there is bone metastasis. The following situations should be taken into account regarding chest pain: (1) Cardiac issues: A cardiologist has been consulted, and relevant tests have been conducted, so it i...[Read More] Intermittent Left Chest Pain: Stress, Nerves, or Something More?
Understanding the Long-Term Effects of Cigar Smoking on Lung Health
Tobacco Issues Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you something. About a year ago, due to my lack of understanding, I bought a pack of small cigars from a convenience store. I smoked them like cigarettes, inhaling into my lungs, and each time I would smoke one by one. There was o...
Dr. Cai Zongwei Reply:
Hello: The notion that "cigars are harmless if not inhaled" is an internet myth. Keeping it in the mouth creates an illusion (as the thoracic movement generates negative pressure, causing inhalation through the mouth and nose, which will inevitably lead to some degree o...[Read More] Understanding the Long-Term Effects of Cigar Smoking on Lung Health
Breathing Issues from Mixing Cleaning Products: What to Do?
The issue of being overwhelmed by the smell of cleaning products? Hello doctor, due to the need for cleaning, I mixed several cleaning agents such as bleach and other cleaners. Today, I neglected to wear a mask, and after adding water, a very uncomfortable, foul, and extremely ir...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Xiang: Inhalation injuries from chemical substances require assessment of clinical symptoms. Typically, observation for 1-2 weeks is recommended, during which you can practice coughing and deep breathing to minimize lung damage. If discomfort persists, you may visit a pulmon...[Read More] Breathing Issues from Mixing Cleaning Products: What to Do?
Understanding Cough and Chest Pain: When to See a Specialist
Coughing with pain below the chest and above the abdomen? I have high blood pressure and elevated blood sugar levels. Starting on November 26, I caught a cold, initially experiencing symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing, nasal congestion, and a sore throat. By November 27, the...
Dr. Guo Hongyi Reply:
Hello, the public. Online consultations are not available. We still recommend that you visit the thoracic medicine outpatient clinic in person. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding Cough and Chest Pain: When to See a Specialist
Understanding Breathlessness and Frequent Exhalation: Possible Causes
Difficulty breathing with frequent exhalation? Since childhood, I have had nasal allergies and poor bronchial function. In the past, I would cough excessively during seasonal changes. Recently, I often feel the urge to exhale continuously, regardless of whether my lungs have air ...
Dr. Shen Bochan Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it may be asthma. You can visit the pulmonology outpatient clinic, where the physician will perform basic examinations to make a diagnosis.[Read More] Understanding Breathlessness and Frequent Exhalation: Possible Causes
Understanding Left Upper Back Pain and Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Left upper back pain and chest tightness or chest pain? Hello doctor, I’m not sure if it’s because I haven’t exercised for a long time, but after starting some light exercise, I woke up the next day with sudden chest tightness and pain in the upper left back, accompanied by diffi...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: Based on the described symptoms, there could be many possibilities. It is important to rule out issues related to the heart, lungs, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Please consult a pulmonologist for further evaluation. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Left Upper Back Pain and Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Persistent Mild Cough and Shortness of Breath: When to Seek Chest Specialist?
Persistent mild dry cough with slight shortness of breath? Hello Doctor: Due to family members exhibiting cold symptoms, I began experiencing throat discomfort in mid-October. On October 17, I visited an ENT specialist after my family members had already shown symptoms. After thr...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If respiratory symptoms persist, it is recommended to visit the thoracic medicine clinic for a chest X-ray for further evaluation![Read More] Persistent Mild Cough and Shortness of Breath: When to Seek Chest Specialist?
Understanding Palpitations, Coughing, and Vomiting: A Chest Medicine Perspective
Wheezing, coughing, vomiting, and incontinence? Hello, Director Yang. I had a stent placed in October 2013. About five months later, I began experiencing occasional missed beats, accompanied by vomiting (usually without anything in my stomach, but in rare cases, severe vomiting c...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: The chest X-ray shows no abnormalities in the lungs, and the cough is not persistent. It is suspected that the main issue lies in the arrhythmia and temporary cardiac backflow obstruction, leading to chest tightness and cough. During the ECG, it happened to capture a momen...[Read More] Understanding Palpitations, Coughing, and Vomiting: A Chest Medicine Perspective
Managing Carbon Dioxide Retention in Advanced Cancer Patients
Difficulty in exhaling carbon dioxide? Hello Doctor, my mother is a breast cancer patient, and the cancer cells have metastasized to various organs for several years. Recently, she has been hospitalized due to excessive carbon dioxide accumulation and currently requires a bi-leve...
Dr. Guo Hongyi Reply:
Hello, It is a normal physiological phenomenon for the body to produce carbon dioxide; however, certain factors can disrupt the balance between production and elimination, necessitating external medical intervention. Generally, the body expels carbon dioxide primarily through r...[Read More] Managing Carbon Dioxide Retention in Advanced Cancer Patients
Understanding Chest Pain When Breathing: Causes and Concerns
Chest pain when breathing? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing some health issues that started a few years ago, but I didn't pay much attention to them until now. After watching some health-related programs, I have become quite concerned. Sometimes, I suddenly feel a tear...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Student Li: Based on your age, the likelihood of malignancy is very low. The symptoms you described are more indicative of respiratory pain caused by airway allergic reactions. As for the arrhythmia, you can visit a cardiologist for an electrocardiogram to assess your condit...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain When Breathing: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Chronic Right Chest Pain: Causes and Specialist Guidance
Chronic right chest pain Dear Doctor: I have been experiencing persistent dull pain in my right chest for quite some time. The pain intensifies when I breathe using my chest. However, when I lie down and use abdominal breathing, I do not feel any pain. When I stand up, it feels a...
Dr. Guo Hongyi Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. There are many possible causes for chest pain and tightness. It is advisable for you to consult with a pulmonologist and a cardiologist for a proper evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Chronic Right Chest Pain: Causes and Specialist Guidance
Back Pain and Shortness of Breath After Argument: Is It Lung Issues?
I have back pain after arguing with my mom today? After arguing loudly with my mom today, I started experiencing back pain and tenderness, and I have difficulty breathing and speaking. It feels like an elephant is sitting on my back, and I feel weak all over. Could this be relate...
Dr. Guo Hongyi Reply:
Hello: It is difficult to provide a diagnosis based on this online description. If you are feeling unwell, I recommend that you seek medical attention directly. Thank you.[Read More] Back Pain and Shortness of Breath After Argument: Is It Lung Issues?
Intermittent Sharp Pain Near Right Nipple: Causes and Insights
Sharp pain in the right chest near the center? There is a sharp pain located about two finger widths below the center of the right nipple, lasting for 1 to 2 seconds. This has been occurring intermittently over the past few days. The pain does not occur during deep breathing or l...
Dr. Cai Zongwei Reply:
Hello: You can visit a general surgery department (including breast surgery) for an examination. If you have respiratory symptoms, you may also go to the pulmonology department for a chest X-ray.[Read More] Intermittent Sharp Pain Near Right Nipple: Causes and Insights
Breathing Difficulties Before Sleep: Causes and Solutions
Waking up suddenly due to difficulty breathing before falling asleep? Hello, Doctor. Recently, I have been experiencing sudden episodes of feeling unable to breathe just before falling asleep, which causes me to wake up abruptly. Occasionally, I have a slightly elevated body temp...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If your recent health check-up did not mention any abnormalities in your cardiopulmonary function, it may be related to the autonomic nervous system. I recommend returning to discuss with the physician who prescribed you Ezetimibe whether any adjustments to your medication...[Read More] Breathing Difficulties Before Sleep: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Your Lung Test Results: What They Mean for Your Health
Lung Examination Report Hello Dr. Zhou, I visited a pulmonologist due to chest tightness and difficulty breathing. The doctor ordered some tests and prescribed medication, asking me to return for a follow-up appointment in a month after the tests. However, I still felt unwell and...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: The interpretation of the examination report should still be correlated with the clinical condition. Please return for a follow-up visit for the physician's explanation.[Read More] Understanding Your Lung Test Results: What They Mean for Your Health
Understanding Intermittent Chest Pain: Possible Lung-Related Causes
Chest pain Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing intermittent pain in the middle of my chest recently, with occasional sharp pain lasting 1-2 seconds. Over the past two days, I initially felt a pulling sensation on the outer right side of my chest extending to my armpit, follow...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Anonymous: The symptoms you described are more akin to pain from muscle nerve traction. Please be mindful that when engaging in daily activities that require exertion, it's best to perform warm-up exercises. Additionally, this is unrelated to the 0.5 cm nodule. I recomm...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Chest Pain: Possible Lung-Related Causes
How to Confirm Bone Metastasis in Lung Adenocarcinoma?
How to confirm if it is bone metastasis from lung adenocarcinoma? Hello Doctor: My mother is 58 years old and has type 2 diabetes (controlled with medication, no insulin required). She was hospitalized for examination from June 24 to July 6. A tumor was found on her thyroid, whic...
Dr. Tao Ruiming Reply:
Hello: There is a type of Bone Scan in nuclear medicine that can help.[Read More] How to Confirm Bone Metastasis in Lung Adenocarcinoma?
Can Patients with Severe Intellectual Disability Train for Tracheostomy Removal?
Can individuals with profound intellectual disabilities undergo training for tracheostomy tube removal? Two years ago, my brother was hospitalized for choking and required emergency treatment. After intubation and subsequent observation, his blood oxygen levels dropped and his br...
Dr. Cai Zongwei Reply:
Hello: The removal of the tracheostomy tube requires the evaluation of multiple indicators and cannot be based solely on cognitive assessment. Additionally, according to regulations, this medical consultation cannot provide a diagnosis. Please consult the original treating physic...[Read More] Can Patients with Severe Intellectual Disability Train for Tracheostomy Removal?