Chest, Pulmonology FAQ - Page 25

Chest pain? Hello Doctor, I have recently experienced bloating and a sharp pain in my esophagus. After visiting a clinic, I was diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). After taking medication, the sharp pain in my esophagus has significantly improved and is no long...

Shortness of breath, chest tightness/pain? Hello Dr. Lu: On May 9th, I suddenly woke up in the middle of the night feeling short of breath. After waking up, my breathing was very rapid. I got up and walked around the living room, and after sitting down to rest for a bit, I felt s...

Respiratory issues Hello, in the past two weeks, I have suddenly felt something unusual while breathing. It's not wheezing, there's no chest pain, and I can breathe normally, but occasionally I feel a sensation in my throat or chest (like a slight vibration?). Other tha...

Physical condition I experience symptoms such as chest tightness, difficulty breathing, dizziness, and fluctuating heart rates after drinking tea, coffee, or eating bread. My body feels weak, and these symptoms have gradually become more frequent. I visited an ENT specialist who ...

Chest pain? Hello doctor, I originally had chest tightness and pain. After an X-ray in the emergency room, it was said that I had throat inflammation. Later, I consulted a cardiologist and found no issues. However, at the clinic, it was discovered that I have gastroesophageal ref...

The chest X-ray shows a black spot? Hello, Dr. Lu: Yesterday, I had a chest X-ray, and the doctor mentioned there was a dark spot and requested that I return in three months for a follow-up X-ray. She explained that she suspects it might be related to the bronchi and noted that ...

Postoperative care for pulmonary nodules? Hello Doctor, I apologize for bothering you, but I would like to ask you a question. I underwent a right-sided thoracoscopic wedge resection of a lung nodule at the end of April this year. However, since the surgery, I have been experie...

Chest pain and shortness of breath while walking? Hello Doctor, around the end of last year, I started experiencing shortness of breath while walking, and recently it has become particularly severe. I feel very breathless when walking from the first floor to the third floor, and ...

Chest pain with deep breathing and changes in position? Hello doctor, for the past week, I have been experiencing pain in the center of my chest whenever I take a deep breath. Changing positions, such as going from bending over to standing up straight, or opening my arms and then...

Left chest pain? About two weeks ago, I occasionally felt chest pain when taking deep breaths, which varied in intensity. Today, I suddenly experienced severe pain without a specific point of tenderness. The pain occurs when I breathe or exert myself, especially when sitting or l...

Costochondritis can recur? Hello doctor, about 3 to 4 years ago, I visited the hospital due to chest tightness. At that time, after discussing with the doctor, we suspected it might be costochondritis. Since I have a mild allergy, the doctor prescribed me an allergy spray and med...

Three months after surgery for pneumothorax, I experience a sensation of contraction in my left chest when sleeping on my side? I would like to ask the doctor, I previously had a pneumothorax in my left lung, and I underwent surgery for the initial pneumothorax. Recently, I have ...

Deep breathing, coughing? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing a cold for almost a month now, with persistent post-nasal drip and a feeling of tightness in my chest. I often find myself wanting to take deep breaths, and I have phlegm stuck in my throat. Recently, this past wee...

Having nasal allergies? If you have allergic rhinitis but are also experiencing chest discomfort, occasional shortness of breath, or a feeling of labored breathing, it may be advisable to consult a pulmonologist. Since dust mites have been identified as an allergen, it is importa...

Chest pain? Hello, I sometimes experience a sudden sharp pain in my chest area that lasts about 1-2 seconds. It's not very intense, but it occurs on either the left or right side, usually at night. When I press down on the center of my chest before going to bed, I feel mild ...

Could you please provide more details about the respiratory issues? Hello doctor, I would like to inquire about something that has recently happened. For the first time, I suddenly experienced difficulty breathing, a feeling of tightness in my chest, and my heart rate increased, ...

Could you please provide more context or specify your question? Hello doctor, I would like to inquire about something that has happened recently. For the first time, I suddenly experienced difficulty breathing, a feeling of tightness in my chest, and an increased heart rate, maki...

Dyspnea Since last week, I have been experiencing difficulty breathing before going to sleep, along with dizziness and chest tightness. I can also clearly feel my heartbeat. I don't dare to smoke anymore, and these symptoms occur every time just as I lie down to sleep. The n...

Chest pain issues? Hello, Dr. Huang. I have been troubled by chest pain recently. Sometimes it hurts on the left side and sometimes on the right side, occurring several times a day, with each episode lasting a few seconds and not exceeding one minute. This symptom has persisted f...

Respiratory issues In mid-February 2020, during my internship at the hospital, my supervising instructor asked why I was breathing so heavily and loudly. However, at that moment, I did not feel short of breath and did not experience any physical discomfort. Following my instructo...