Understanding Chest Pain and Shoulder Discomfort: Possible Causes and Concerns
Chest pain and shoulder pain? Hello doctor, I have recently been experiencing chest tightness, sharp pain along the edges of my ribs, and pain in my back and right shoulder. I had an X-ray in May of this year which showed: No active lung lesions, normal heart size, symmetry of bo...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: Early-stage lung cancer typically does not show rapid changes on a chest X-ray, but there are many blind spots that may not be visible. A chest computed tomography (CT) scan can be performed; however, since the chest X-ray appears normal, health insurance may not cover the...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain and Shoulder Discomfort: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Intermittent Chest Tightness and Cough: Causes and Solutions
Persistent intermittent chest tightness, shortness of breath, and coughing? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing chest tightness for five years. The symptoms occur irregularly, possibly every two to three months, lasting for about three to four days, during which I feel unable...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: The intermittent cough and chest tightness seem less likely to be due to any significant lung or tracheal pathology. It may be related to irregular exercise habits or the temperature of food and fruits consumed. It is recommended to establish a regular exercise routine and...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Chest Tightness and Cough: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Bronchitis: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Bronchitis? Hello Doctor: Recently, members of my family have gradually developed coughing symptoms. My older brother and younger brother are getting better, but my mother and I are still coughing. My condition is more severe; I can't help but cough, and it feels like my ent...
Dr. Zhang Youzheng Reply:
Hello: There are many possible causes for a cough. Given your situation, it is advisable to first visit a pulmonologist at the hospital for a chest X-ray to conduct an evaluation. The most common condition is chronic bronchitis following a cold, but it could also be due to other ...[Read More] Understanding Bronchitis: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Long-Term Chest Tightness and Anxiety Symptoms
Long-term chest tightness and hypochondriasis? About seven years ago, the patient sought medical attention due to sudden shortness of breath, feeling unable to take a full breath, especially during physical activity, which caused some wheezing. After undergoing several tests, the...
Dr. Shen Bochan Reply:
Hello: If you visit the pulmonology clinic to check for asthma or post-COVID sequelae and find none, it is advised to be kind to yourself. Wishing you peace and safety.[Read More] Understanding Long-Term Chest Tightness and Anxiety Symptoms
Understanding Blood-tinged Phlegm and Nasal Discharge After COVID-19
Hemoptysis and epistaxis? Hello Doctor, I am currently 23 years old, do not smoke, and have no history of asthma (although I had acute bronchitis several years ago). Since being diagnosed with COVID-19 early last year, I have frequently felt a buildup of thick phlegm in my chest ...
Dr. Shen Bochan Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to seek medical attention at our hospital to clarify your condition. Indeed, most mycoplasma infections can resolve on their own without medication due to the immune response; however, if it progresses to pneumonia, specific pharmacological treatment is n...[Read More] Understanding Blood-tinged Phlegm and Nasal Discharge After COVID-19
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
Understanding Chest Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Attention
Chest pain and tightness? On the second day of my menstrual period, I started experiencing chest tightness, but it lasted for about 15 to 20 minutes and then went away. Now that my period has ended, I sometimes feel an itchy throat which leads to coughing. However, when I cough, ...
Dr. Shen Bochan Reply:
Hello: If you have concerns, please seek medical attention! Online platforms cannot provide accurate diagnoses. Common causes may include gastroesophageal reflux, respiratory allergies, post-nasal drip, and dysmenorrhea, which are generally not life-threatening. When you visit a ...[Read More] Understanding Chest Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Attention
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
Understanding Shortness of Breath: Causes and Solutions for Adults
Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my recent issue of feeling short of breath? Hello, doctor. I am currently 49 years old, 175 cm tall, and weigh 88 kg. Recently, over the past month, I have experienced this situation two or three times. Occasionally, while sitting, I feel ...
Dr. Cai Zongwei Reply:
Hello: Based on the information you provided, you are experiencing issues with shortness of breath. There could be multiple potential causes, including pulmonary problems, cardiac issues, anemia, feelings of suffocation, anxiety disorders, and more. You mentioned a history of hyp...[Read More] Understanding Shortness of Breath: Causes and Solutions for Adults
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
Intermittent Chest Tightness and Lung Sounds When Lying Down
Intermittent chest tightness and the sensation of sounds in the lungs when lying down? Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with COVID-19 three months ago. After recovering, I occasionally experience shortness of breath and chest tightness, but I do not have a cough. I visited a family ...
Dr. Guo Hongyi Reply:
Hello, thank you for your message. We recommend that you visit the pulmonology outpatient clinic for relevant examinations such as a chest X-ray and pulmonary function tests. This will help clarify whether the issue is physiological or related to autonomic nervous system conditio...[Read More] Intermittent Chest Tightness and Lung Sounds When Lying Down
Is It Normal to Experience Coughing and Chest Discomfort After Inhaler Use?
Is it normal to experience worsened sleep, coughing, and a sensation of heartbeat and chest tightness when using a bronchodilator? On July 13 of this year, I was diagnosed and have had a cough for over three weeks, accompanied by wheezing, choking cough, and a sensation of my hea...
Dr. Guo Hongyi Reply:
Dear public, We recommend that you first confirm whether you are using the correct method for inhaling your medication. You can search online for instructional videos on the proper inhalation technique. If you continue to experience discomfort after using the medication correct...[Read More] Is It Normal to Experience Coughing and Chest Discomfort After Inhaler Use?
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 Asthma Medication: Concerns and Management Strategies
Questions about asthma medications? Hello Dr. Tsai: My son is 31 years old. He had several episodes of asthma during preschool, but the doctor's treatment consisted of a 3-day medication course and a rescue inhaler for emergencies. He experienced an episode during elementary...
Dr. Cai Zongwei Reply:
Hello: The timing for asthma medication includes regular maintenance therapy (such as Relvar) and rescue therapy during an attack (such as albuterol). Whether to reduce or discontinue medication in the future depends on how well the condition is controlled (which should be assess...[Read More] Understanding Asthma Medication: Concerns and Management Strategies
Is Daily Use of Relvar Safe for Non-Asthma Chest Tightness?
Unsure if it is an asthma relapse, but inhaled Pulmicort? Hello Dr. Tsai: I apologize for the oversight in my previous question. I would like to ask, if it is not a true asthma exacerbation but rather chest tightness and shortness of breath caused by stress, will daily use of Rel...
Dr. Cai Zongwei Reply:
Hello: The timing for asthma medication includes regular maintenance therapy (such as Relvar) and rescue therapy during an attack (such as albuterol). Whether to reduce or discontinue medication in the future depends on how well the condition is controlled (which needs to be asse...[Read More] Is Daily Use of Relvar Safe for Non-Asthma Chest Tightness?
Understanding Post-Choking Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Attention
Symptoms after choking? Hello Doctor: On May 26, while drinking milk tea and eating a hamburger, I choked while talking to a colleague. I felt like I choked because there were people around, but I still swallowed it down. After that, I went to the restroom and coughed. A day or t...
Dr. Cai Zongwei Reply:
Hello: If you have persistent hoarseness in your throat (which is part of the upper respiratory tract), please consult an otolaryngologist. If there is a foreign body in the bronchi (which is part of the lower respiratory tract), small foreign objects may be coughed out on their ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Choking Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Attention
Unexplained Chest Pain and Gastrointestinal Distress: Seeking Answers
Chest tightness, difficulty breathing, bloating, and dizziness? I have been experiencing a sensation of tightness in my chest when taking deep breaths, along with stomach bloating and pain that becomes unbearable before bed and upon waking. A week ago, I visited a pulmonologist d...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: According to the content, it is advisable to visit a regional-level hospital or higher for consultation and treatment by a physician.[Read More] Unexplained Chest Pain and Gastrointestinal Distress: Seeking Answers
Common Concerns About Lung Health: Answers for Anxiety Patients
Could you please provide some specific questions regarding lung examinations? Hello, Doctor. I am a patient with anxiety disorder and health anxiety. I would like to ask you some questions, and I appreciate your help. Thank you, Doctor. 1. I was diagnosed with COVID-19 last yea...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear JAMES: First, I apologize for the late response. 1: The impact of COVID-19 on the lungs, if there are no significant symptoms at the time of infection, is unlikely to lead to changes such as pulmonary nodules; the primary effect on the lungs would be fibrosis. 2: No. 3: No, ...[Read More] Common Concerns About Lung Health: Answers for Anxiety Patients
Understanding Throat Irritation and Dry Cough: Is It Asthma?
Itchy throat and dry cough? I have a habit of running 10 kilometers or hiking regularly, and I participate in full marathon events. I do not smoke or drink alcohol. I have been experiencing nasal allergies, often sneezing, and I frequently have a scratchy throat and dry cough, al...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: You may have allergic rhinitis, so be careful not to consume overly cold foods. If you are not experiencing difficulty breathing, you might consider not using bronchodilators for the time being![Read More] Understanding Throat Irritation and Dry Cough: Is It Asthma?
Post-COVID Chest Tightness: Understanding Symptoms and Solutions
The symptoms that occur after contracting COVID-19? There is a feeling of tightness near the left chest close to the shoulder, left armpit, left side, and left ribs. Breathing is not smooth, and there is a slight feeling of chest tightness. Two months ago, X-rays and blood tests ...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: The described symptoms are non-specific and require evaluation by a physician.[Read More] Post-COVID Chest Tightness: Understanding Symptoms and Solutions