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:
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?
Persistent Dry Cough Disrupting Sleep: Possible Causes and Solutions
Persistent dry cough severely affects sleep? Hello, my father is currently 44 years old and has been smoking for nearly 30 years, but he has quit smoking for almost six months now. Recently, he has been experiencing a persistent dry cough, which is particularly severe at night an...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
It is recommended to visit the pulmonary medicine outpatient department for further medical history inquiry and relevant examinations, such as pulmonary function tests, asthma provocation tests, and cardiac-related assessments. (If there is chronic inflammation of the bronchi, ex...[Read More] Persistent Dry Cough Disrupting Sleep: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Cough Variant Asthma: Why Am I Still Coughing?
I have been diagnosed with cough variant asthma, but I am still coughing even after using asthma medication? Time: I started experiencing mild cough symptoms in early July, which worsened around mid-July. On July 20th, I visited Far Eastern Memorial Hospital. Symptoms: coughing, ...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
Hello~ It is recommended to discuss medication issues with your attending physician, and if necessary, to consult with other specialties. Wishing you peace and good health.[Read More] Understanding Cough Variant Asthma: Why Am I Still Coughing?
Understanding Lung Nodules, Granulomas, and Increased Lung Markings: What You Need to Know
I would like to ask what it means when a medical report indicates increased lung markings, lung nodules, and granulomas? Granulomas are small areas of inflammation in tissue that can occur due to various conditions, including infections (such as tuberculosis or fungal infections)...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: There are various reasons for increased lung markings, with chronic bronchitis being the most common. A proper assessment requires reviewing the actual chest X-ray, so please schedule an appointment with a pulmonologist for discussion. Lung nodules also have multiple possi...[Read More] Understanding Lung Nodules, Granulomas, and Increased Lung Markings: What You Need to Know
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:
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
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:
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 the Worsening of Tuberculosis During Treatment: Key Insights
Worsening during the treatment process of pulmonary tuberculosis? Hello Doctor: In early December last year, I suddenly experienced full-body chills and shivering at night. The next day, I had severe chest pain. I had previously experienced night sweats while sleeping. I initiall...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
1. It is important to know whether the sputum culture was positive at the time of diagnosis and if there are results from drug susceptibility testing. 2. The current condition requires another sputum test to check for the presence of bacteria, and a rapid diagnostic test for ant...[Read More] Understanding the Worsening of Tuberculosis During Treatment: Key Insights
Understanding Persistent Cough: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Coughing symptoms Since January of this year, I have been experiencing recurrent colds due to taking care of children, resulting in two to three episodes of illness. Although the colds have resolved, I have been suffering from a persistent cough. Before the Lunar New Year, I took...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Based on what has been described, it is more likely to be caused by a sensitive trachea or post-nasal drip. However, since this is not an in-person consultation, please visit a pulmonologist for evaluation and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Cough: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Understanding Asthma: Risks of COPD and Expired Medication Use
About Asthma Hello, Doctor: I have two questions to ask you. 1. If asthma is not well controlled, is it possible for it to develop into chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) as one gets older? 2. Can expired acute asthma medications (such as albuterol or levalbuterol) stil...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: 1. Poorly controlled asthma frequently exacerbates, leading to chronic inflammation that results in bronchial smooth muscle hyperplasia and airway narrowing. The response to bronchodilators diminishes, and the pathological changes resemble those seen in chronic obstructive...[Read More] Understanding Asthma: Risks of COPD and Expired Medication Use
Should I See an ENT or Pulmonologist for Chronic Cough and Throat Issues?
Should I see an otolaryngologist or a pulmonologist? Hello Dr. Yang, I have hypertension and take one tablet of Epaned 5/80 daily to control my blood pressure. Since December of last year, I have been experiencing chronic cough and a dry throat with a feeling of inflammation. Aft...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: The X-ray is normal, and you do not smoke, so there is no need to worry about lung adenocarcinoma at this time. The symptoms you are experiencing may be related to your constitution, and it is recommended that you consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.[Read More] Should I See an ENT or Pulmonologist for Chronic Cough and Throat Issues?
Understanding Tightness Around the Clavicle: Causes and Concerns
Tightness in the middle of the clavicle? Hello doctor, last time I asked you about the tightness in my collarbone. I went to the hospital for an examination, and they said it was related to my reduced lung capacity. I would like to ask you about my post-nasal drip; I wake up ever...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Wenwen: Insufficient lung capacity can be evaluated with a standard pulmonary function test along with a bronchial provocation test. This can help determine whether there is an obstructive or restrictive airway issue. For post-nasal drip, the severity needs to be assessed; a...[Read More] Understanding Tightness Around the Clavicle: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Abnormal Chest X-Ray Results: Next Steps and Specialist Consultations
Abnormal chest X-ray findings? Hello Doctor: During a recent health check-up, an abnormality was found in my chest X-ray: thickening of the left pulmonary hilum bronchial wall. I researched and found that most related keywords refer to bronchial wall dilation, but I do not have a...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: There are no symptoms. It is recommended to return to the thoracic clinic for a follow-up chest X-ray in three months. Please ask the physician to assist with the interpretation![Read More] Understanding Abnormal Chest X-Ray Results: Next Steps and Specialist Consultations
Could It Be Lung Cancer? Understanding Persistent Cough Symptoms
Could it be lung cancer? Three months ago, I had a fever and cold, and ever since recovering from the cold, I have been coughing non-stop. It's been almost three months since I got sick, and the medication hasn't helped. I’ve been increasingly stressed and worried about...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Ah-Cheng: I have reviewed your description, and lung cancer should be ruled out. Based on your age, chest X-ray, and the interpretation by the pulmonologist, early-stage or even late-stage lung cancer may not necessarily present with symptoms. Common symptoms such as cough, ...[Read More] Could It Be Lung Cancer? Understanding Persistent Cough Symptoms
Persistent Cough for Over a Month: Understanding Viral Infections and Treatment Options
Coughing for over a month? Hello, doctor. I have been coughing for over a month with a lot of nasal discharge, which is green in color. The phlegm is not yellow, and I often feel a tickling sensation in my airways, leading to persistent coughing that produces a "hih hih"...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is likely just bronchitis or tracheal allergy. If there are no abnormalities on the X-ray, it is recommended to consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to adjust the body's constitution.[Read More] Persistent Cough for Over a Month: Understanding Viral Infections and Treatment Options
Why Does My Throat Itch and Cause Coughing While Eating?
Experiencing throat irritation and coughing while eating? Hello Doctor: For the past few months, I have been experiencing sudden and intense itching in my throat, accompanied by severe coughing. It feels like there is an increase in mucus in my throat, which leads me to constantl...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Cindy: You have issues with post-nasal drip and gastroesophageal reflux, which can lead to a persistent cough that is difficult to treat. As for the choking cough, the esophagus and trachea are very close together, and when swallowing food, the trachea can be affected by tem...[Read More] Why Does My Throat Itch and Cause Coughing While Eating?
Understanding Unexplained Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns
Unexplained chest pain Hello doctor, my chest has been experiencing tightness and pain whenever I exert myself or take deep breaths for the past year. I have a history of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and anxiety disorder. Recently, I've been coughing up yellow phle...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If you are taking a PPI, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) usually improves. Last year's X-ray was normal, but if your chest symptoms have worsened recently, it may be worth considering another X-ray to rule out pulmonary diseases, alleviating concerns about seri...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Coughing: Is It Always Related to Bronchitis?
I apologize, but I cannot provide a translation for the content you referenced as it appears to be a specific query or identifier. Please provide Hello Dr. Yang, I am the one who asked question #132380. I would like to ask again about a situation where I feel like I have phlegm w...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: The bronchial passages may be more sensitive during a cold, and a dry cough does not necessarily have to produce phlegm. It is recommended to consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to see if there are any dietary and lifestyle considerations to pay attention t...[Read More] Understanding Coughing: Is It Always Related to Bronchitis?
Coughing After Meals: Understanding Your Symptoms and Solutions
Coughing after eating? Hello Dr. Yang, for the past two to three weeks, I have been experiencing occasional coughing. In the morning after I wake up, I feel fine, but after having breakfast, I start to cough. After eating, I feel like there is phlegm in my throat that I want to c...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It seems more like bronchitis; I recommend seeing a pulmonologist.[Read More] Coughing After Meals: Understanding Your Symptoms and Solutions
Managing Bronchiectasis in Elderly: Tips for Reducing Hospital Visits
Bronchiectasis Hello doctor, my grandmother has bronchiectasis and, due to her advanced age, is unable to undergo surgical treatment. She is currently receiving medication, but she often ends up in the emergency room and gets hospitalized due to difficulty breathing. Is there any...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It's best to consult her attending physician for a clearer understanding of grandma's condition, as I cannot provide online diagnosis or recommendations.[Read More] Managing Bronchiectasis in Elderly: Tips for Reducing Hospital Visits
Persistent Cough: Exploring Causes and Solutions for Your Health
Persistent cough Hello Dr. Yang, my mother has been suffering from a persistent dry cough for the past few years, without any phlegm, and there is no specific time when she coughs. She has seen a pulmonologist and undergone two chest X-rays (with an interval of about two to three...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, the most likely cause of your mother's cough is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and dysphagia, leading to recurrent aspiration pneumonia. It is recommended to have small, frequent meals (avoid overeating), seek treatment from a gastro...[Read More] Persistent Cough: Exploring Causes and Solutions for Your Health