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Understanding Chest Discomfort: Is It Related to Bronchitis?

Bronchitis, itching in the right thoracic cavity? Dear Doctor: I previously had bronchitis due to a cold, and although my X-ray showed no pneumonia, I experience a very sensitive itching sensation inside my right chest cavity (not on the surface). Pressing on it can even trigger ...


Dr. Huang Ruiming Reply:
For allergic bronchitis, if the cough does not improve, it is recommended to visit the pulmonology clinic for a reevaluation. Thank you for your message.

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Understanding Persistent Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions

Persistent chest discomfort? Hello Doctor, this issue has been bothering me for several months. I feel a sense of pressure or pain in my chest, which is very uncomfortable. Sometimes I also experience sharp pains in my left or right chest. These symptoms feel much more comfortabl...


Dr. Zhang Ziyan Reply:
Hello, if you experience symptoms of shortness of breath, please consult a cardiologist or pulmonologist for examination. Most cases are likely related to soft tissue inflammation issues. For detailed information, please refer to your treating physician. Changhua Hospital, Dr. Ch...

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Understanding Chest Pain: When Walking or Climbing Stairs Becomes Difficult

The cardiac CT scan showed no issues, but I feel discomfort or even pain in my chest after brisk walking for a few minutes or climbing stairs to the fifth floor or higher? Dr. Zhou: Hello, I am a 57-year-old male, weighing approximately 66 kg and standing 166 cm tall. I do not sm...


Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello, patients with mitral valve prolapse may sometimes experience chest discomfort. If a cardiologist has ruled out other issues, a chest X-ray can be performed to examine the lungs (by a pulmonologist), and an endoscopy can be done to assess for gastrointestinal disorders. It ...

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What Further Tests Should I Consider for Chest Discomfort?

What should be checked? Hello Doctor: I have a very sensitive itching sensation on the right side of my chest (below the breast along the sternum). It feels like an internal itch, and sometimes it triggers a cough; I also experience itching when taking deep breaths. I visited a p...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Miss Lin: Your issue is indeed quite rare. Currently, the most concerning condition in the general environment is lung cancer. Early-stage lung cancer cannot be diagnosed through X-rays. If you are worried, you can opt for a low-dose computed tomography (CT) scan, which can ...

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Understanding Chest Discomfort Upon Waking: Causes and Concerns

Feeling a tightness in the chest upon waking up? Hello doctor, I apologize for bothering you, but I would like to ask a question. Sometimes when I wake up, I feel discomfort near my left chest, and I can feel my heartbeat very prominently, along with a feeling of tightness. I ten...


Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you see a cardiologist. If the electrocardiogram (ECG) shows no arrhythmias, there is likely no significant issue.

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Is My Chest Discomfort a Sign of Pneumothorax Recurrence?

Does this count as a relapse? Hello, Doctor. I underwent surgery for pneumothorax in early April and again at the end of April, first on the left side and then on the right side. In mid-May, one night I suddenly felt a tightness in my chest and experienced palpitations. I went to...


Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: A recurrence of pneumothorax can be diagnosed through a chest X-ray (which has low radiation exposure). Patients with pneumothorax may have multiple small blebs in the pleura that are prone to rupture, leading to pneumothorax (each rupture does not occur from the same bleb...

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Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help

Chest tightness and pain? Hello doctor, I would like to ask you about my symptoms. I have been experiencing chest tightness and pain for a while, but it doesn't happen every day. It usually occurs more frequently in the afternoon, and the duration of the discomfort varies. T...


Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello Ms. Leyue: It is recommended that you first visit the pulmonology clinic for a chest X-ray. If no abnormalities are found, it is more likely to be neuralgia. You should rest more, slow down your pace of life, and avoid cold foods, which should help improve your condition! B...

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Understanding Chest Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Attention

Chest tightness or pain? Hello doctor, when I was a child, I experienced chest tightness and went to the hospital for an examination, but there were no issues. Now, occasionally in the mornings, I feel chest tightness. This phenomenon has occurred from elementary school to middle...


Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Please return for a follow-up in the Pulmonology department.

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Understanding Right Lower Chest Discomfort: Causes and Concerns

Discomfort in the central area of the right lower chest? Hello, Doctor. I have the following symptoms and would appreciate your insights. For the past week, I have been feeling a persistent tightness in the lower right center of my chest. I have previously experienced chest pain ...


Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello AIW: Here are a few suggestions for your consideration: 1. First, take a chest X-ray to ensure there are no lesions in the lungs. 2. Treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) (usually requires an endoscopy report before long-term use of proton pump inhibitors for 3-6 ...

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Understanding Chest Discomfort: Insights from a Pulmonologist

There is a tightening sensation in the center of the chest? Hello Dr. Chen, First of all, I am uncertain whether this is a cardiac issue. I have had a stent placed for one year and eight months. Over this period, I have occasionally experienced discomfort or sharp pain in the c...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Mr. Chang: Hello, based on your description, since the cardiology department has already examined you, I think your symptoms resemble gastroesophageal reflux. Of course, autonomic nervous system dysfunction is also one of the differential diagnoses, and asthma is a possibility as...

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Understanding Chest Discomfort: When to See a Specialist

Chest tightness, chest pain, loss of appetite? Hello Director Huang: Recently, I have been experiencing increasingly noticeable symptoms of chest tightness, chest pain, and loss of appetite. The frequency of chest tightness has also been increasing. A few months ago, I was diagno...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Mr. Hsu: I apologize for the late response to your question. The possible causes of gynecomastia in males include congenital familial inheritance, hormonal imbalances, tumors, liver cirrhosis, unhealthy dietary habits, and environmental hormone influences. Additionally, medi...

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Understanding Mild Chest Discomfort: Causes and Concerns

Recently, I've been experiencing a dull pain in the chest area? Around the end of February, I started experiencing occasional mild chest discomfort, which feels like a slight pressure or pain. It's not extremely uncomfortable, but it varies in location; sometimes it...


Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello, Even: There are many causes of chest pain. Given that you have been sitting for a long time, have limited physical activity, and are under significant study pressure, you may feel that your chest cavity is not expanding easily, which resembles neuralgia. I recommend making...

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Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and When to Seek Help

Chest tightness? Hello, I experienced a feeling of tightness in my chest while sleeping at night, somewhat like a cramp, and also a sensation similar to the pressure of swallowing a stone. However, it was not very intense and disappeared shortly after. The location is approximate...


Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello Mr. K: Based on your symptom description, there is a preliminary suspicion of heart disease (angina) or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) if you are experiencing symptoms such as acid reflux or upper abdominal pain. It is recommended that you visit a cardiology clinic ...

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Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions for Sternum Issues

Chest issues? I have a noticeable protrusion of my sternum on both sides, extending up to my collarbone, which feels strange. When I wear clothes, the fabric pressing against the bones creates a sensation of tightness and pressure. During deep breaths, I feel a tightness in my le...


Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Abnormalities of the sternum (thoracic deformities) can be evaluated by a thoracic surgeon who can assist with pneumothorax surgery. You may also visit a pulmonology clinic for pulmonary function tests to determine if your chest tightness is related to lung function. Best wishes!

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Understanding Chest Discomfort After Minor Impacts: Causes and Concerns

Often, even a slight impact to the chest can cause discomfort? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about my chest. When I play with friends, sometimes I might get lightly punched or poked in the chest, and afterward, I feel a sense of tightness and difficulty with breathing for a w...


Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello David: 1. Based on your height and weight, you appear to be a bit underweight, with a thinner layer of muscle, which may make you more sensitive to external physical stimuli. 2. Your chest X-ray is normal, so there should be no significant cardiopulmonary diseases. 3. Moder...

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Understanding Chest Tightness: When to Worry About Heart Issues

Chest tightness Hello, Doctor. I would like to inquire about something. Sometimes I experience a feeling of tightness in my left chest, and at times it feels like I can hardly breathe. Does this indicate a heart problem? What kind of examinations should I undergo?


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Judy: There are many types of chest discomfort, and different considerations apply depending on age. The most basic examinations include X-rays, electrocardiograms (ECGs), and pulmonary function tests. First, we need to rule out acute conditions such as pneumothorax and myoc...

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Understanding Chest Pain: Causes and Rehabilitation for Mid-Chest Discomfort

Pain in the center of the chest? In the center of my chest, approximately where CPR compressions are applied, I experience pain when stretching or yawning. It also hurts when I lift my chin, and sometimes I hear a cracking sound similar to that of cracking knuckles. I never had t...


Dr. Huang Ruiming Reply:
Hello: The area you mentioned, where the sternum and xiphoid process meet, is likely experiencing pain due to a strain from improper movement (this area connects to the pectoralis major muscle). The sound you hear may be related to degenerative arthritis and cartilage calcificati...

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Chest Discomfort After Taking Cold Medicine: Possible Causes Explained

Experiencing discomfort in the chest after taking cold medication? Recently, I have been experiencing throat discomfort and took some cold medications. After using them for two days, my cold symptoms have improved, but I now have a cool sensation in my chest and stomach. Could yo...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Steve: The two medications you are taking are common cough suppressants and expectorants. If you are experiencing this sensation, it may be related to the capsule issue; increasing your water intake should help improve it. If you have any further questions, feel free to ask....

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Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions for Breathing Issues

chest There is a feeling of tightness in the chest, as if there is a blockage, and it requires significant effort to breathe in air.


Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello, there are many factors to consider in this situation, which could include pulmonary heart issues, psychological stress, or problems such as gastroesophageal reflux. Please visit a pulmonology clinic first to confirm the underlying cause. Thank you. Sincerely, Dr. Jian Shun...

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Understanding Chest Discomfort: Symptoms and Concerns in Pulmonology

excuse me? Hello! My symptom description: I feel a tightness in my chest and have difficulty breathing, accompanied by weakness in both arms. This has occurred for the second time in the past two months. It starts with chest tightness, followed by difficulty breathing, and finall...


Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello, there are many reasons for discomfort in the chest and difficulty breathing. Common causes include asthma and heart problems. Please visit the pulmonary medicine outpatient department at the hospital and discuss further with a physician. Thank you. Sincerely, Dr. Chou Tzu-...

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