Persistent Cough: Understanding Symptoms and Potential Risks
Persistent cough? Hello, doctor. I have been coughing continuously since last Wednesday, without experiencing fever, sore throat, or body aches and fatigue. The frequency of the cough has gradually decreased, but I still cough occasionally. The cough is mostly accompanied by a sm...
Dr. Wang Lanfeng Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, you only have a cough symptom, and there is not enough information to determine the issue. It is recommended that you visit a pulmonology clinic to clarify your condition. Thank you.[Read More] Persistent Cough: Understanding Symptoms and Potential Risks
Understanding Nighttime Back Pain and Breathing Issues: Causes and Concerns
Nighttime deep breathing back pain? In recent days, I have been experiencing pain in a specific area of my upper left back at night. It feels better after resting, but it still hurts when I take deep breaths. At the same time, I also feel a bit of chest tightness. Recently, I...
Dr. Wang Lanfeng Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, your symptoms are mostly non-specific, and it is currently not possible to clearly determine the underlying issue. If you continue to experience related symptoms, it is advisable to consult a pulmonologist. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Back Pain and Breathing Issues: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Pneumothorax: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Military Service Implications
Diagnosis and Treatment of Pneumothorax Seven years ago, I went to the emergency department of National Taiwan University Hospital due to a pneumothorax. After several days of oxygen therapy and X-ray examinations, I was discharged in stable condition. The hospital issued a diagn...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
In my personal opinion, I would like to respond as follows: 1. For recurrent pneumothorax with abnormal air bubble expansion visible on CT scans, surgical treatment is recommended. 2. Regarding the second question, I cannot speak on behalf of Tri-Service General Hospital and the ...[Read More] Understanding Pneumothorax: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Military Service Implications
Persistent Cough: Understanding Causes and Concerns in Chest Medicine
Persistent cough In mid-May, I experienced throat swelling. The pharmacy provided medication for four days, which alleviated my symptoms, but I began to develop a scratchy throat and a cough, without any phlegm. My throat is not painful or swollen, just slightly itchy. Occasional...
Dr. Wang Zhengde Reply:
Hello Miss Pikachu: Based on your description, I suspect that you may have been infected with the COVID-19 virus at that time, but the rapid test showed a negative result. Your current symptoms could be a result of post-viral syndrome. It is also possible that you are experiencin...[Read More] Persistent Cough: Understanding Causes and Concerns in Chest Medicine
Understanding Tightness in the Left Chest: Causes and Concerns
Feeling tightness in the chest? Hello, Deputy Director. I would like to ask: Recently, for the past two weeks, I have often felt a tightness and slight discomfort in the left side of my chest (approximately 6 centimeters below the clavicle), but I do not feel very uncomfortable.
Dr. Wang Lanfeng Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, your symptoms are non-specific manifestations, making it difficult to determine the underlying cause. I recommend that you continue to monitor your condition, and if the symptoms persist, please visit a pulmonology clinic for further evaluation. ...[Read More] Understanding Tightness in the Left Chest: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Tracheal Foreign Body Symptoms: What You Need to Know
Symptoms of tracheal foreign body obstruction? Hello, Director Yang. A few days ago, while drinking bubble tea, I suddenly felt discomfort in my throat and had a cough. Just as the tapioca pearls went down, I currently don't have any breathing difficulties (I climbed two fli...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If there are no respiratory symptoms, it should have entered the esophagus rather than the trachea. Just monitor for any respiratory symptoms.[Read More] Understanding Tracheal Foreign Body Symptoms: What You Need to Know
Understanding Left Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns After COVID-19
Left chest pain? I have been experiencing left chest pain since October of last year. I have G6PD deficiency and epilepsy, and I was diagnosed on May 23. I only had a cough and sore throat, and since I didn't receive the antiviral medication, the doctor prescribed traditiona...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Your previous examinations have largely ruled out heart and lung diseases. It seems more like occasional nerve pain or localized muscle pain. You only need to take pain relievers (such as acetaminophen) to alleviate the pain when it becomes more severe![Read More] Understanding Left Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns After COVID-19
Interpreting Chest X-Ray Findings: Insights on Bronchiolitis and More
Inquiry about X-ray report? The chest X-ray (CXR) in the posteroanterior (PA) view reveals the following findings: Normal heart size. There is bilateral parahilar infiltration with increased thickness of the bronchiolar walls, which raises suspicion for bronchiolitis, bronchitis,...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Based on the report, there appears to be no pneumonia or pulmonary nodules; it may simply be due to shallower inhalation, resulting in relatively thicker vascular or bronchial markings. If there are no significant respiratory symptoms, monitoring is sufficient. If symptoms...[Read More] Interpreting Chest X-Ray Findings: Insights on Bronchiolitis and More
Understanding COVID-19 Breakthrough Infections and Long-Term Effects
COVID-19, virus-related issues? Hello, doctor. Although I have received three doses of the vaccine, I recently experienced a breakthrough infection and I'm unsure who transmitted it to me. Today is my last day of quarantine, but I am still coughing severely, with blood-strea...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: 1. To determine if there are irreversible changes in the lungs, please consult a pulmonologist. You may start with a standard chest X-ray and pulmonary function tests, after which the pulmonologist will decide if further examinations are necessary. 2. Currently, there are ...[Read More] Understanding COVID-19 Breakthrough Infections and Long-Term Effects
Understanding Chest X-Ray Findings: What They Mean for Your Health
Inquiry about the report content? The chest X-ray (CXR) in the posteroanterior (PA) view shows: Normal heart size. Bilateral parahilar infiltration with increased thickness of the bronchiolar walls, suggesting bronchiolitis, bronchitis, or pulmonary congestion. No definite destru...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Please visit the original hospital's pulmonary department for evaluation and treatment by a physician.[Read More] Understanding Chest X-Ray Findings: What They Mean for Your Health
Understanding Persistent Cough and Throat Irritation: Causes and Solutions
Itchy throat and cough? I often feel an itch in my trachea, which leads to persistent dry coughing. It feels like there is phlegm stuck in my throat, but I can't seem to cough it out. This has been going on for almost two weeks, with symptoms that fluctuate in severity. The ...
Dr. Tao Ruiming Reply:
Hello: It is mostly caused by acute laryngotracheitis, which can be due to viral or streptococcal infections. A chest X-ray can be performed to check for any pulmonary lesions.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Cough and Throat Irritation: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Lung Cancer Risk in Teens: A Guide for Parents
Lung cancer at the age of 16? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the likelihood of developing lung cancer at the age of 16. My father smokes, which increases my exposure to secondhand smoke. Recently, I've been experiencing some pain in my upper left back, occasional d...
Dr. Wang Lanfeng Reply:
Hello: Although you have been exposed to the risk of secondhand smoke, generally speaking, young people are not a high-risk group for lung cancer. Additionally, you have had a chest X-ray that showed no significant issues, so there should not be any major concerns. However, if yo...[Read More] Understanding Lung Cancer Risk in Teens: A Guide for Parents
Difficulty Breathing and Swallowing After Chest Injury: What to Do?
Difficulty breathing and difficulty swallowing? Hello Doctor, 11 days ago, I was hit in the chest by an unknown object while riding my bike. At that moment, I experienced intense pain and immediately pushed it away and discarded it. There was also a thin, transparent foreign obje...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to first see a pulmonologist for a chest X-ray to assess whether it is related to breathing difficulties. If throat or swallowing issues do not improve, you may consider seeing an otolaryngologist![Read More] Difficulty Breathing and Swallowing After Chest Injury: What to Do?
Understanding Left Upper Back and Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Pain in the left upper back and left sternum? Hello Doctor: I have a family history of hereditary hypertension with a reading of 150/110. I discovered this around the end of last year and have not started medication yet. I have also been experiencing a persistent cough that has n...
Dr. Tao Ruiming Reply:
Hello: Most cases are just sudden muscle soreness caused by general posture changes, and a chest X-ray can be taken for an overview. If it has been more than 5 days without the development of vesicular rashes, the possibility of a neurological infection such as shingles can be ru...[Read More] Understanding Left Upper Back and Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Suspicious Lung Nodules: What Your X-Ray Results Mean
Suspected pulmonary nodule or pseudolesion in the left upper lung? Health check report: The X-ray shows abnormalities, with a suspected lung nodule or artifact in the left upper lung. Follow-up is recommended in 6 months. What does this mean? Is it serious?
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: It is suspected that there may be a nodule, but it is not yet confirmed. It is recommended to undergo a chest computed tomography (CT) scan. Thank you, Jian Shun Tian.[Read More] Understanding Suspicious Lung Nodules: What Your X-Ray Results Mean
Understanding Your Chest X-Ray Report: What Does No Active Cardiopulmonary Disease Mean?
Inquiry about X-ray report? The emergency doctor previously stated that there were no significant issues after performing a chest X-ray during your fever visit. The report from the National Health Insurance app indicates: "Chest film: No imaging evidence of active cardiopulm...
Dr. Wang Lanfeng Reply:
Hello: According to your chest X-ray report, there currently appear to be no specific issues. If you continue to experience symptoms, it is recommended that you visit a pulmonology outpatient clinic for further evaluation. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Your Chest X-Ray Report: What Does No Active Cardiopulmonary Disease Mean?
Understanding Shortness of Breath: Causes and Solutions for Chest Discomfort
Often feel like I can't take a deep breath? Hello, doctor. For the past two weeks, I have been feeling a bit short of breath and unable to take a full breath, but I do not have any chest pain or palpitations. I have a history of asthma from elementary school, but it has not ...
Dr. Wang Lanfeng Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, you have a history of asthma and allergic rhinitis, but it seems that your condition is currently stable. The symptoms you described may possibly be due to poor posture, but they could also be related to a recurrence of asthma. I recommend that y...[Read More] Understanding Shortness of Breath: Causes and Solutions for Chest Discomfort
Post-COVID Symptoms: Persistent Cough, Chest Pain, and Breathing Issues
After testing positive and completing isolation, there are still symptoms such as coughing with phlegm, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, and chest pain? I was diagnosed last week and my condition improved a few days before the end of my quarantine, with only a lingering cou...
Dr. Wang Lanfeng Reply:
Hello: After a COVID-19 infection, upper respiratory symptoms may occur, including cough, nasal congestion, sore throat, and so on. These symptoms may not fully improve immediately. It is recommended that you continue to monitor your condition closely. If your symptoms worsen, it...[Read More] Post-COVID Symptoms: Persistent Cough, Chest Pain, and Breathing Issues
Understanding Your Chest X-Ray Results After COVID-19 Diagnosis
I am a confirmed case; I would like to inquire about the chest X-ray report? Hello, Director. I was diagnosed on May 15th, and due to a persistent high fever, I went to the emergency room two days ago. During the visit, I had an X-ray taken while lying down, and I wasn't ins...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If there is no persistent high fever or cough accompanied by yellow or green sputum, it is unlikely to be pneumonia. An X-ray showing insufficient inhalation may present images consistent with the aforementioned description![Read More] Understanding Your Chest X-Ray Results After COVID-19 Diagnosis
Understanding Mild Interstitial Lung Markings: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Increased pulmonary markings? Hello, Director! The recent chest X-ray report is as follows: 1. Mild increase of interstitial lung markings in both lower lungs is noted. Suggest correlating clinically and following up. 2. Normal heart size is noted. 3. Degenerative disk disease of...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: The X-ray report only mentions a mild increase in the pulmonary markings in both lungs (which may be due to individual variations in vascular or bronchial markings). Since there are no symptoms, you can wait to return for a follow-up. A repeat X-ray can be done in six mont...[Read More] Understanding Mild Interstitial Lung Markings: When to Seek Further Evaluation