Understanding Lung Fibrosis and Chronic Infiltration: Key Insights for Patients
Medical terminology inquiry? Hello, Doctor. Thank you for your assistance. 1. About two years ago, during my first employee health check, the report mentioned "fibrosis after bilateral upper lung inflammation." At that time, the doctor advised me to just monitor the s...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Mr. Hong, Regarding your first question, pulmonary fibrosis can be understood as scarring that occurs after an injury, which may be a result of previous infections. Monitoring is sufficient in this case. For your second question, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can ...[Read More] Understanding Lung Fibrosis and Chronic Infiltration: Key Insights for Patients
Understanding Persistent Chest Discomfort: Causes and Concerns
Chronic chest tightness? Hello Doctor, I previously experienced chest tightness for several consecutive months, but it suddenly improved for a while. Recently, however, the chest tightness has returned intermittently, sometimes accompanied by sudden sharp pains and dizziness. I a...
Dr. Zhang Ziyan Reply:
Hello, if you continue to experience symptoms of chest discomfort, it is recommended that you visit a pulmonology clinic for further evaluation. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Chest Discomfort: Causes and Concerns
Breathing Difficulties with No Clear Diagnosis: Seeking the Right Specialist
Difficulty breathing, with no findings upon examination? Hello, Doctor. On December 15th, during a phone call around noon, I suddenly felt like I couldn't breathe, as if someone was choking me. Since then, I have been experiencing shortness of breath and rapid breathing. (It...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to see an otolaryngologist to check for any inflammation or post-nasal drip. If there are symptoms of stomach pain or acid reflux, after consulting the otolaryngologist, consider seeing a cardiologist to check for any arrhythmias.[Read More] Breathing Difficulties with No Clear Diagnosis: Seeking the Right Specialist
Understanding Chest Tightness and Breathing Difficulties: A Patient's Journey
First episode of chest tightness and difficulty breathing? I have a long-term allergy condition (due to sinusitis). On November 16 (Monday), I visited a general clinic for ENT (at that time, I was also experiencing a mild cough, cold, and fever). Starting from November 18 (Wednes...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: I believe that during the fever phase, it might be a gastrointestinal flu, with symptoms like increased heart rate. Later on, I became very concerned about chest tightness and felt uneasy, which inevitably included some anxiety. I suggest starting with anti-anxiety medicat...[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness and Breathing Difficulties: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Chest Tightness and Breathlessness: When to Seek Further Treatment
Chest tightness with a sensation of suffocation? Hello, doctor! Previously, I often experienced chest tightness and a sensation of suffocation. During a cardiology examination, I was found to have mitral and tricuspid valve prolapse, but I still feel short of breath. Therefore, t...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: The provided information is incomplete; it's unclear what the number 70 represents. If the pulmonologist has not treated it, it should not be serious. Please consult another pulmonologist, and if the answer is the same, it should not be serious.[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness and Breathlessness: When to Seek Further Treatment
Understanding Exercise-Related Discomfort: Is It Serious?
Sudden discomfort during exercise? Hello Doctor, a few days ago while doing aerobic boxing, I felt a significant difficulty in breathing halfway through. My chest felt tight, I felt nauseous, a bit weak, and generally unwell, so I took a break. I noticed that squatting made me fe...
Dr. Lu Mingzhi Reply:
Hello: Difficulty breathing and chest tightness during intense exercise are primarily caused by increased workload on the heart and lungs. Generally, these symptoms should improve after resting; however, if you experience cold sweats or even fainting, it is important to consider ...[Read More] Understanding Exercise-Related Discomfort: Is It Serious?
Is It Asthma or Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction?
Is it an issue with the autonomic nervous system or asthma? Hello doctor, I am 19 years old, 172 cm tall, and weigh 64 kg, with no family history of illness. One night, I suddenly experienced palpitations (around 110 bpm) and shortness of breath. After the doctor prescribed antia...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: Please check with the gastroenterology department for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and with the otolaryngology department for allergic rhinitis.[Read More] Is It Asthma or Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction?
Understanding Sudden Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Chest pain? Yesterday afternoon, I suddenly felt a sharp pain in my chest that radiated to my back, but it only lasted for a moment and then went away. Sometimes, when I do a small stretch to reach for something, the pain starts again. After the pain, I feel a tightness in my che...
Dr. Zhang Ziyan Reply:
Dear Hong, the symptoms are manageable, but if you experience persistent pain, shortness of breath, or more severe chest tightness, you should go to the emergency room or consult a pulmonologist. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Sudden Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Persistent Chest Tightness: Emotional vs. Physical Causes
I have been troubled by chest tightness for a long time? Since I started a relationship in my sophomore year, I've often experienced chest tightness and difficulty breathing when I cry. After the breakup, I frequently felt unexplained chest discomfort, and now, nearly three ...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: Please visit a pulmonologist for an examination, as a physician must conduct a personal assessment and interpretation to make a diagnosis. It is not possible to determine the issue based solely on your description.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Chest Tightness: Emotional vs. Physical Causes
Chronic Chest Tightness and Post-Meal Phlegm: What You Need to Know
Chronic chest tightness with phlegm after meals? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing long-term chest tightness, which worsens to include pain in my back and throat. However, this condition does not occur every day; it tends to happen more often after prolonged sitting or lying...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to see a pulmonologist for a chest X-ray evaluation.[Read More] Chronic Chest Tightness and Post-Meal Phlegm: What You Need to Know
Should I Get an LDCT Scan for Chest Pain and Discomfort?
Is a low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) scan necessary? Hello Doctor: I am 34 years old and have no family history of lung cancer. This year, I have experienced intermittent chest tightness, chest pain, tenderness on the sides of the sternum, occasional mild coughing, and a pers...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Sonic: Do you have a history of smoking? Based on your description, a Low-Dose Computed Tomography (LDCT) scan does not seem to be the first recommended option. It would be advisable to first conduct pulmonary function tests and autonomic nervous system evaluations, as the s...[Read More] Should I Get an LDCT Scan for Chest Pain and Discomfort?
Understanding Chest Discomfort and Palpitations: When to Seek Help
Chest tightness, noticeable palpitations, and slight shortness of breath? Hello Doctor, I have been feeling a sense of chest tightness this past week, with a little shortness of breath, but not too severe. However, I can clearly feel my heartbeat. I went to the hospital the day b...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: The chest X-ray has ruled out lung issues, and heart problems have also been initially excluded. In addition to adjusting your lifestyle (avoiding excessive fatigue, ensuring adequate sleep, and reducing the intake of cold beverages), you may also consider consulting a tra...[Read More] Understanding Chest Discomfort and Palpitations: When to Seek Help
Understanding the Impact of Inhalers on Chest Discomfort: A Patient's Inquiry
Please ask some questions about bronchodilators? Hello Dr. Yang, A family member started using a bronchodilator inhaler about two to three years ago due to coughing (approximately 1-2 times daily, often lasting for several minutes). After stabilizing the symptoms, the dosage wa...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: You are using a bronchodilator, and there has been improvement, which is more indicative of asthma symptoms. The normal dosage is to inhale two puffs in the morning and evening. During the summer, if symptoms improve, some may reduce it to one puff in the morning and eveni...[Read More] Understanding the Impact of Inhalers on Chest Discomfort: A Patient's Inquiry
Understanding Unexplained Chest Vibrations During Breathing
Regarding unexplained vibrations in the chest during breathing? Hello, doctor. For the past few months, I have been experiencing a noticeable tremor sensation in my chest while breathing. This tremor occurs only during inhalation and exhalation, and it disappears immediately when...
Dr. Zhang Ziyan Reply:
Hello, Xiaoyue. "In the past few months, I have frequently experienced a noticeable tremor sensation in my chest while breathing. This tremor occurs only during inhalation and exhalation, and it disappears immediately when I stop breathing. This situation happens once or twi...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Chest Vibrations During Breathing
Understanding Persistent Cough and Chest Tightness: Is It Asthma?
Suspected asthma with difficulty breathing and chest tightness? Around mid-February, I experienced a mild cough with a lot of clear phlegm, but it wasn't obstructive. I had to expectorate every half hour, and this condition persisted until the end of May. One time after eati...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: First, please consult a pulmonologist to confirm whether you have asthma. If there is no clear diagnosis and you are experiencing side effects from medication, it may be advisable to try traditional Chinese medicine for a period of time. Focus on symptom improvement first....[Read More] Understanding Persistent Cough and Chest Tightness: Is It Asthma?
Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and Concerns of Breathing Difficulties
Dyspnea Hello, doctor! I am 180 cm tall and weigh 75 kg, with a smoking history of 1-2 cigarettes per day. A few days ago, I suddenly felt like I had phlegm stuck in my lungs while sleeping at night. It felt very uncomfortable, and I couldn't cough it out. When I woke up, th...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If you have thick mucus that is difficult to cough up, you can use some expectorants. Avoid cold drinks and sweets, and drinking hot water may be helpful![Read More] Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and Concerns of Breathing Difficulties
Should You Self-Monitor Rib Discomfort Before Seeking Medical Help?
Abnormal Sensation in the Ribs (Continued) Doctor, I would like to ask if it is advisable to self-monitor first and see how the situation develops, as my breathing is still manageable. I don't feel very short of breath, but sometimes I do experience chest tightness. I looked...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Please continue to follow the previous advice, and get an X-ray if you experience significant difficulty breathing or chest pain![Read More] Should You Self-Monitor Rib Discomfort Before Seeking Medical Help?
Understanding Chest Tightness: Causes and Concerns After Pneumothorax Surgery
Feeling of chest tightness? Hello doctor, several years ago I had surgery for a pneumothorax. Last night, I woke up in the middle of the night for unknown reasons, feeling chest tightness and nausea. I feel cold when exposed to air conditioning or a fan, and I also have diarrhea....
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to undergo an X-ray evaluation if you experience difficulty breathing.[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness: Causes and Concerns After Pneumothorax Surgery
Understanding Persistent Throat Irritation: When to Seek Medical Advice
Itchy throat? Hello Dr. Chang, I would like to ask about a persistent itchy sensation near my throat, close to the collarbone (is it the trachea? I'm not quite sure about the location). However, I do not have a cough (occasionally I experience chest tightness). This sensat...
Dr. Zhang Ziyan Reply:
Hello MIRIAM, common conditions may include inflammation of the throat itself or allergy-related post-nasal drip issues. If there is no worsening over time, it may be advisable to continue monitoring. However, if symptoms worsen, it is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist o...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Throat Irritation: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Symptoms: Breathlessness, Chest Tightness, and Anxiety
Respiratory distress, chest tightness, sensation of a lump in the throat, and neck tightness? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my current symptoms, which include respiratory distress, chest tightness, a sensation of something stuck in my throat, neck tightness, difficult...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you take cardiology medications along with expectorants, and if necessary, you may ask your physician to prescribe anti-anxiety medication. If you continue to experience chest tightness and discomfort, consider consulting a psychosomatic specialist.[Read More] Understanding Symptoms: Breathlessness, Chest Tightness, and Anxiety