Chest discomfort, Pulmonology FAQ - Page 6

Discomfort in the right chest accompanied by yellow, thick sputum? I have been experiencing discomfort in my right chest for the past month, specifically about 9 to 10 finger widths below the collarbone, approximately 3 finger widths to the right of the center. Recently, I haven&...

Long-term chest tightness with occasional chest pain? I have experienced chest tightness since childhood, but it wasn't severe enough for me to seek medical attention. Seven years ago, while running from the second floor to the first, I suddenly experienced intense chest pai...

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 ...

Chest tightness? I have been feeling a tightness in my chest lately, but it doesn't hurt. Taking deep breaths makes me feel a bit better, and I also have a cough that feels like I have phlegm.

Chest tightness, difficulty breathing? I have occasionally experienced chest tightness and pain for a long time, sometimes on the left or right side, and at other times near the heart. However, every time I undergo tests, the results show normal findings. Recently, I suddenly wok...

Chest tightness? You are experiencing symptoms of left chest tightness, lack of appetite, weakness in your hands, and excessive sleepiness, but you do not have a cough or shortness of breath. Should I see a cardiologist or a pulmonologist for an examination?

Persistent chest tightness? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing chest tightness and a desire to take deep breaths, which usually occurs during seasonal changes. I typically don't have any issues, but this has been persistent for nearly two weeks now, almost continuously ...

I have been experiencing a feeling of tightness in my left chest recently? Hello, since last Friday, I have been feeling a dull sensation in my left chest, which feels different from my right chest. A few days ago, it was accompanied by slight stabbing pain, but for the past two ...

Is this a problem related to the thoracic cavity? Hello Doctor, since August of last year, I have been experiencing a sensation of esophageal obstruction and left chest tightness, which has led to hyperventilation. The most recent chest X-ray I had was in November, and it showed ...

Itchy sensation in the thoracic cavity? Hello Dr. Zhang, Last year, I experienced a recurring itchiness in my right thoracic cavity when breathing. I visited a pulmonologist and underwent a CT scan, which showed no issues with my lungs. However, when I press on my right sternum,...

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...

It feels like there is air in my chest? Recently, I often feel like there is air inside my chest, and I experience a dull pain that comes and goes. I burp from time to time, and after burping, I feel a bit better, but the problem still persists, especially when I eat or drink. It...

Chronic chest tightness and pain? Chest tightness, pain, and discomfort that worsen with weather changes can persist for about a month. I have seen a doctor and taken medication, which has helped somewhat, but after finishing the medication, I still experience some tightness. I s...

Is there a relationship between abnormalities in the upper left lung X-ray and a rapid heartbeat? My mother is 65 years old (non-smoker, non-drinker, with a light diet, and no family history). A year ago, an X-ray revealed mild pneumonia in the lower right lung, which was treated...

Hypertension and chest tightness issues? 1. Three years ago, my blood pressure was over 150/100. After starting medication, it has been more stable and usually ranges between 120-135/70-85. I have tried not taking the medication for two days, and my blood pressure remained stable...

Shortness of breath? Hello Doctor, I have a congenital ventricular septal defect. When I was younger, Dr. Hong Qi-Ren diagnosed me and indicated that surgery was not necessary, as there was a high possibility of natural recovery. Therefore, I didn't pay much attention to it....

Chest and trachea Recently, I've been unable to burp, and it feels like something is stuck in my chest, causing discomfort and a feeling of fullness. Occasionally, I manage to burp, which provides some relief. Yesterday, while watching a movie, I experienced slight shortness...

Chest pain In the first couple of days, I experienced chest pain when turning over in bed. Now, I notice some chest discomfort in the morning right after waking up. Usually, I don't feel much, but there is a slight pain when I shrug my shoulders. This has been going on for a...

I have discomfort in my left chest cavity, and it hurts when I breathe? Hello Doctor: I had a cesarean section, and the changes in weather have caused my body to frequently experience issues. I work at a hotel front desk, and the irregular early and late shifts have led to sleep ...

Chest discomfort and restlessness? Hello Doctor, for the past two weeks, I have been experiencing a feeling of tightness in my chest, and occasionally, I feel a slight pain on either side of my chest, although it is not severe. A week ago, I also had headaches and nausea, but tho...