Understanding Chest Pain and Breathing Issues After Bronchitis
There are occasional sharp pains on the left side of the chest? Hello, doctor. Here's the situation: I previously had bronchitis due to a cold, and I was feeling a bit better. However, during the holidays, when I went to exercise, I sometimes found it hard to catch my breath...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
Severe coughing due to a respiratory infection may cause chest pain, and playing sports could exacerbate muscle pain. It is recommended to take a break for the time being. If symptoms do not improve with rest, it is advisable to return to the hospital for a follow-up consultation...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain and Breathing Issues After Bronchitis
Understanding Coughing and Lung Health: Should You Worry About Lung Cancer?
Risk of lung cancer? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing occasional coughing for almost a month now, along with some phlegm. Sometimes I hear sounds from my airways and feel like there is phlegm inside. When I manage to cough up some phlegm, the airway sounds go away. I don&#x...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Most lung cancers do not grow rapidly in a short period of time. Since a CT scan last July did not reveal any suspicious tumor lesions, it would be advisable to get a chest X-ray for the physician to interpret. Your symptoms are more indicative of allergic rhinitis and bro...[Read More] Understanding Coughing and Lung Health: Should You Worry About Lung Cancer?
Understanding Your Chest X-Ray Report: What Do Lung Markings Mean?
Interpretation issues of chest X-ray reports? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing difficulty breathing, so I went to a large hospital for a chest X-ray. The radiology report states: "Chest 1 view PA Radiography of chest shows increasing lung markings in bilatera...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
The chest X-ray (1 view PA) shows increased lung markings in the bilateral lower lung fields. Otherwise, no significant abnormalities were identified. This indicates that the chest X-ray reveals an increase in lung markings in the lower lung fields on both sides. This is not nece...[Read More] Understanding Your Chest X-Ray Report: What Do Lung Markings Mean?
Understanding Blood-Streaked Sputum: Dental or Pulmonary Concerns?
Sputum with blood streaks? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have noticed that my phlegm sometimes contains streaks or spots of blood. When I touch a specific gap between my teeth with a tissue, it also bleeds, but I can't see any blood in the gap when I look in the mirror. I have h...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Huang: Based on your description, it seems more like bronchitis. However, if the symptoms are originating from other areas, please have a dental or ENT examination. Currently, a CT scan is not necessary. Changhua Hospital is concerned about you.[Read More] Understanding Blood-Streaked Sputum: Dental or Pulmonary Concerns?
Understanding Persistent Throat and Chest Discomfort: A Patient's Journey
Physical discomfort? Hello, Doctor. About a month and a half ago, I suspected that I inhaled some debris through my nose, and since then, I have been unable to clear it. I didn't pay much attention to it, but the next day, I developed a strong sensation of a foreign body in ...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Based on the symptoms described, it appears to be a nasal issue. It could be due to allergies, foreign bodies, sinusitis, or other conditions. Please visit an otolaryngologist for further examination and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Throat and Chest Discomfort: A Patient's Journey
Chronic Cough: Exploring Causes Beyond Allergies and Infections
Tracheal and bronchial foreign bodies Hello, doctor. I had a cold at the beginning of April, and while the symptoms of the cold have resolved, I have been experiencing a persistent cough for over three months now. The previous cold symptoms are gone, but I feel an itchiness in my...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
DEAR DINO: After undergoing numerous tests and seeing various doctors, the only issue identified is an allergy. Additionally, the results from the 64-slice CT scan have not yet come in, which may require further examination of IgE and eosinophil levels. If the environmental condi...[Read More] Chronic Cough: Exploring Causes Beyond Allergies and Infections
Understanding Lung Nodules: What You Need to Know About Your Health
Regarding lung issues? My wife participated in a company health check in mid-April and recently received a report stating: "Suspected small nodule in the right upper lung, possibly a granuloma." Since last year's report did not show any abnormalities, we took her t...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Pulmonary nodules may be related to infections (usually accompanied by cough symptoms) such as tuberculosis, fungal infections, or residual scarring from pneumonia. They may also indicate early-stage tumors (but growth rate should be monitored, typically every 2-3 months)....[Read More] Understanding Lung Nodules: What You Need to Know About Your Health
Understanding Cough and Abdominal Pain After Acute Bronchitis
Cough and abdominal pain? I recently had a cold with a cough and wheezing. I visited a pulmonologist on Tuesday, and after an X-ray, I was diagnosed with acute bronchitis. Today, I started experiencing abdominal pain when I cough, but my other symptoms have improved significantly...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: As long as your symptoms have not completely resolved, it is recommended to schedule a follow-up appointment! Best wishes![Read More] Understanding Cough and Abdominal Pain After Acute Bronchitis
Persistent Cough: Understanding Chronic Bronchitis and Its Treatment
Persistent cough? Hello Dr. Huang! I would like to consult you regarding my persistent cough. Since March 2016, after being infected with a cold from a family member, I have been experiencing a continuous cough for over a month now. I have visited five different clinics without i...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Mr. Lin: There are many causes of cough. Usually, a persistent cough is unlikely to be just a simple cold. The most common causes include chronic bronchitis, asthma, post-nasal drip, gastroesophageal reflux, pneumonia, pulmonary tuberculosis, and lung tumors. However, consid...[Read More] Persistent Cough: Understanding Chronic Bronchitis and Its Treatment
Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and Concerns for Patients
Left chest tightness with some pain upon pressure? Hello doctor, I have angina, but recently I've been experiencing a runny nose, nasal congestion, and excessive phlegm. I also have persistent tightness in my left chest, and pressing on a specific point in that area causes p...
Dr. Zhang Ziyan Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to quit smoking and undergo further outpatient examination and treatment, as there may be issues related to bronchitis or soft tissue inflammation. Please refer to your treating physician for detailed information. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and Concerns for Patients
Persistent Yellow Phlegm After Flu: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Yellow phlegm in the throat? Hello, doctor. I had influenza type A a month ago, and after I stopped having a fever, I continued to cough up yellow phlegm. It took three weeks of medication for my condition to improve. I have severe allergies and chronic bronchitis, and I used to ...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: You may first consult a pulmonologist to determine if it is bronchitis or an infection. If it is a nasal issue, then you should see an otolaryngologist.[Read More] Persistent Yellow Phlegm After Flu: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Understanding Chest Itching: Causes and Next Steps for Relief
Itchy sensation in the thoracic cavity? Hello Dr. Chou, Last year, I experienced recurrent colds and bronchitis. I feel an itch in my right chest cavity when I breathe, which makes me very worried. I have already visited a pulmonologist and had a CT scan, and the doctor said the...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Most structural issues should be clear from the CT scan. Other functional tests, such as pulmonary function tests, may also be necessary. For further invasive examinations like bronchoscopy, please discuss with a pulmonologist whether it is needed.[Read More] Understanding Chest Itching: Causes and Next Steps for Relief
Am I Suffering from Chronic Bronchitis? Understanding the Symptoms
Please provide the content you would like me to translate into English? Am I suffering from chronic bronchitis?
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Chronic cough with phlegm persists, indicating chronic bronchitis. Identifying the primary cause can lead to improvement after treatment.[Read More] Am I Suffering from Chronic Bronchitis? Understanding the Symptoms
Understanding Blood-Streaked Phlegm: Causes and Concerns
Occasional blood-tinged sputum? Hello, Doctor: At the beginning of January this year, I accidentally noticed blood streaks in my sputum. Since then, I've experienced occasional bone and muscle aches for reasons unknown. I consulted an otolaryngologist, but no obvious abnorma...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Please cherish our online medical resources. When asking the same question, please specify only one physician or nutritionist. Dear Mr. Hsu: There are many causes for blood in the sputum, but given your age and symptoms, bronchitis would be my primary diagnosis. However, if thi...[Read More] Understanding Blood-Streaked Phlegm: Causes and Concerns
Persistent Cough for Over Two Months: Causes and Concerns
Coughing intermittently for more than two months? Hello, doctor. I traveled abroad in December, and during that time, I started to catch a cold, which later developed into a cough. Initially, around January, my cough became severe, and the phlegm was green. After seeing the docto...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: It may be chronic bronchitis. The primary recommendation is to quit smoking and avoid secondhand smoke and air pollution. When air quality is poor, it is advisable to wear a mask. To determine if there is lung cancer, a chest X-ray or CT scan is necessary, as a diagnosis c...[Read More] Persistent Cough for Over Two Months: Causes and Concerns
Persistent Cough and Sore Throat: Is It Bronchitis or GERD?
I have had a cough and sore throat for a month? I had influenza type A a month ago, and my cough and sore throat have not improved at all over the past month. My voice is also hoarse. I visited an otolaryngologist who performed a laryngoscopy and found nothing abnormal, and they ...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello, to confirm gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), you can visit a gastroenterologist and consider undergoing an endoscopy. Wishing you good health, Dr. Chou-Tzu-Kuang.[Read More] Persistent Cough and Sore Throat: Is It Bronchitis or GERD?
Understanding Itchy Sensations in the Left Chest: Causes and Concerns
Itchy sensation in the left thoracic cavity? Hello Dr. Jian: I previously had a cold and coughed up blood. I later had a CT scan, and the doctor said my lungs were fine and my lung function was normal. However, I now cough less, but I often feel an itch in my left chest cavity (w...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to perform a bronchoscopy. Sincerely, [Your Name].[Read More] Understanding Itchy Sensations in the Left Chest: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Chronic Intermittent Cough: Causes and Treatment Options
Chronic intermittent cough? Hello, Dr. Zhou. I have been experiencing intermittent coughing for a year. I always feel like I can't clear my left lung, and my left throat is itchy. Whenever it itches, I feel the urge to cough. Occasionally, I have some clear phlegm, which is ...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: 1. There are many causes of chronic cough. In addition to issues related to the lungs and bronchitis, it may also be due to post-nasal drip, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), asthma, and other possibilities that require further differential diagnosis. 2. For the pulm...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Intermittent Cough: Causes and Treatment Options
Persistent Throat Mucus: Causes and Effective Treatment Options
Chronic phlegm in the throat? Hello, doctor: I have been experiencing phlegm in my throat for a long time, especially after consuming sweet or spicy foods, or sometimes for no apparent reason. I usually take a herbal remedy called Qili San, but it hasn't been very effective....
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Persistent phlegm in the throat can sometimes be due to chronic bronchitis, but it may also be caused by post-nasal drip. Certain irritating foods may increase mucus production. For throat issues, you can consult an otolaryngologist.[Read More] Persistent Throat Mucus: Causes and Effective Treatment Options
Can Bronchitis Cause Chest Cavity Itching? Understanding Your Symptoms
Can bronchitis cause itching in the chest? Dear Doctor: I previously had a cold with bronchitis, and an X-ray showed no pneumonia. However, I have a very sensitive itching sensation inside my right chest cavity (not on the surface), and pressing on it can trigger a cough. Sometim...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: In cases of severe tracheobronchitis or bronchitis, one may experience coughing and a sensation of itchiness behind the sternum, but coughing triggered by pressure on the chest or breast is relatively uncommon. If the chest X-ray shows no abnormalities, you may seek a seco...[Read More] Can Bronchitis Cause Chest Cavity Itching? Understanding Your Symptoms