Could a Rice Grain Be Stuck in My Airway? Understanding the Risks
Suspected aspiration of a rice grain into the trachea? During lunch today, just as I was about to take a bite, I suddenly felt a cough reflex when I inhaled. It wasn't very strong, so I didn't pay much attention and continued eating, but the urge to cough persisted. Aft...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
It is recommended to see an otolaryngologist![Read More] Could a Rice Grain Be Stuck in My Airway? Understanding the Risks
Understanding Lower Respiratory Allergies: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Lower respiratory tract allergy I often feel like there is phlegm stuck in my throat, and I experience an itchy sensation from my throat down to my chest. I frequently feel the urge to cough to clear my throat, but this only provides temporary relief without any improvement. This...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Please consult a pulmonologist. Limit your intake of sweets, avoid eating for two hours before bedtime, and reduce the consumption of cold and irritating foods. Be aware that certain foods may exacerbate your symptoms. Maintain a dry and well-ventilated home environment. Thank yo...[Read More] Understanding Lower Respiratory Allergies: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Intermittent Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns
Intermittent chest pain discomfort? Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old friend from Hong Kong. I have been smoking for about 2 years, but I only smoke up to 5 cigarettes a day, and there have been periods when I didn't smoke at all. I have been smoke-free for 3 months now. Rece...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If there is a clear lesion affecting the pleura causing pain, it should be persistent. Intermittent pain is more indicative of neuromuscular pain. It is recommended to start with symptomatic treatment, and if symptoms persist after three months, consider getting an X-ray t...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Chest Pain and Breathing Difficulties: When to Seek Help
Shortness of breath and chest pain? Hello, I would like to consult a doctor. About a year ago, I experienced a strong, penetrating pain in the center of my chest that lasted for several days and prevented me from sleeping. I saw a pulmonologist who took an X-ray and suggested it ...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
It is recommended that you discuss with your attending physician whether to undergo further relevant examinations. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain and Breathing Difficulties: When to Seek Help
Understanding Bilateral Linear Shadows in the Lungs: What You Need to Know
Linear opacities in the lungs? Hello, doctor. I had a health check-up last month, and the report indicated that I have "bilateral pulmonary interstitial opacities." I am unsure what type of lung disease this falls under. I also have a slight scoliosis in my thoracic and...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Based on your description, it is not possible to determine the condition. A chest X-ray is necessary for evaluation. Please obtain the chest X-ray and discuss it with a pulmonologist. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Bilateral Linear Shadows in the Lungs: What You Need to Know
Concerns Over Weight Loss and Treatment Efficacy in TB Patients
No improvement observed after tuberculosis treatment; significant weight loss? Hello Dr. Huang, I am a Taiwanese working in the Philippines, and I am inquiring on behalf of a Filipino friend who has been diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB). My friend is a 26-year-old male who starte...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Ahn: I apologize for the delayed response. Here are the answers to your four questions: 1. Generally, after starting medication, a follow-up visit is required within a week to assess any issues related to the treatment. If there are any problems, please return for a consul...[Read More] Concerns Over Weight Loss and Treatment Efficacy in TB Patients
Understanding Chest Pain: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
Chest pain Hello Dr. Zhou, I recently experienced compression in the area between my chest, and now I have pain in both sides of my chest. Sometimes, I also feel pain in my left and right chest. I haven't seen a doctor yet, so I wanted to ask what this might indicate. Thank ...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: It may be a neuromuscular strain; please seek medical attention from a physician for diagnosis and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
Chest Pain After Fever: Understanding Symptoms and Causes
Chest tightness or pain the night after a fever? I didn't eat dinner the night before last because I was feeling unwell, and then I developed a fever the next day. I also didn't eat dinner on the day I had a fever. Then, last night after my fever broke, I started experi...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: There are many possible causes of chest pain. Please first visit a pulmonologist for a chest X-ray and an electrocardiogram (ECG), and then have the physician assess the potential causes. Thank you.[Read More] Chest Pain After Fever: Understanding Symptoms and Causes
Understanding Cough Variant Asthma: Why Am I Still Coughing?
I have been diagnosed with cough variant asthma, but I am still coughing even after using asthma medication? Time: I started experiencing mild cough symptoms in early July, which worsened around mid-July. On July 20th, I visited Far Eastern Memorial Hospital. Symptoms: coughing, ...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
Hello~ It is recommended to discuss medication issues with your attending physician, and if necessary, to consult with other specialties. Wishing you peace and good health.[Read More] Understanding Cough Variant Asthma: Why Am I Still Coughing?
Understanding Tuberculosis Transmission Risks and Testing Procedures
The transmission rate of pulmonary tuberculosis? Hello, Doctor. 1. Last week, while I was sitting and eating at a convenience store near the hospital, an elderly person in a hospital gown was brought in to rest. They coughed several times without wearing a mask. I would like to...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Chen: I apologize for the late reply. The definition of a close contact for tuberculosis (TB) is someone who has been in contact for at least 8 hours in one day or a cumulative total of at least 40 hours in a month. Only then would they be considered for screening as a conta...[Read More] Understanding Tuberculosis Transmission Risks and Testing Procedures
Understanding New Lung Shadows on X-rays: What Could They Mean?
The chest X-ray shows abnormalities? Hello, doctor. My father is 65 years old and has moderate COPD. He has experienced asthma symptoms for the past 3-4 years and occasionally coughs. During a follow-up visit on August 3rd, a chest X-ray revealed a 2 cm white shadow at the lower ...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
Hello, a chest X-ray cannot be used to screen for lung tumors due to the influence of image quality and the presence of interpretive blind spots. Therefore, a computed tomography (CT) scan is needed for further evaluation. There are many possible causes for lung shadows, and some...[Read More] Understanding New Lung Shadows on X-rays: What Could They Mean?
Understanding Shoulder Pain During Pregnancy: Should You Be Concerned?
Please consult a doctor? Hello doctor, I am currently 7 months pregnant and have been experiencing shoulder and back pain in the area around my right scapula for the past few months. It hurts when I touch or press on it, and sometimes the left side of my back also hurts. I am con...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: Based on the description, it seems more like muscle pain or myofascial pain. If you are still concerned, a chest X-ray should be performed with fetal protection measures in place. Thank you. Sincerely, Jian Shun Tian.[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain During Pregnancy: Should You Be Concerned?
Understanding Gurgling Sounds in the Chest: When to Worry
There are gurgling sounds in the chest? Recently, I've been experiencing a sensation of pulsation in my right chest, and when I run, I can feel a gurgling sound inside, as if there is a mass of air moving. An ENT specialist said not to worry too much, but I am still a bit co...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If there is no cough with phlegm, there should be no chest issues. However, if you are still concerned, you can consult a pulmonologist and get a chest X-ray for further evaluation![Read More] Understanding Gurgling Sounds in the Chest: When to Worry
Persistent Cough and Chest Tightness: Seeking the Right Specialist
Coughing and chest tightness? Hello, doctor; I am studying Animal Health at a vocational school. Last September, when I first entered the rabbit barn on the farm, I started coughing after cleaning the barn. I went to see an ENT specialist, and after taking medication for a month ...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms cannot rule out asthma. I'm not sure if you had allergic rhinitis in your childhood. I recommend that you see a pulmonologist and inform the doctor about the wheezing you experience after exercise. Please ask the doctor to evaluate whether you have asthm...[Read More] Persistent Cough and Chest Tightness: Seeking the Right Specialist
Managing Symptoms After Stopping Tuberculosis Treatment: A Patient's Journey
Symptoms after discontinuing medication for pulmonary bullae and pulmonary tuberculosis? Thank you, Director Jian, for your previous response. I completed six months of tuberculosis medication in early July. On that day, I had a follow-up appointment where I underwent X-rays and ...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
(1) In the case of chest pain, a CT scan should be able to identify any lesions. (2) Without reviewing the CT scan, it is not possible to make a judgment; you may seek a second opinion from another pulmonologist or thoracic surgeon. (3) Consider performing a bronchoscopy. (4) It ...[Read More] Managing Symptoms After Stopping Tuberculosis Treatment: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Pain in the center of the chest? Hello, doctor. I have a history of heart disease, but I have recovered and have regular follow-up check-ups, including electrocardiograms and echocardiograms. My most recent examination was about six months ago, and there were no issues. However, ...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Further examination is necessary. You can start by seeing a cardiologist to check for any heart or heart rate issues. If the cardiologist finds no problems, you can then be referred to a pulmonologist. If the pulmonologist also finds no issues, consider the possibility of gastroe...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Lung Nodules, Granulomas, and Increased Lung Markings: What You Need to Know
I would like to ask what it means when a medical report indicates increased lung markings, lung nodules, and granulomas? Granulomas are small areas of inflammation in tissue that can occur due to various conditions, including infections (such as tuberculosis or fungal infections)...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: There are various reasons for increased lung markings, with chronic bronchitis being the most common. A proper assessment requires reviewing the actual chest X-ray, so please schedule an appointment with a pulmonologist for discussion. Lung nodules also have multiple possi...[Read More] Understanding Lung Nodules, Granulomas, and Increased Lung Markings: What You Need to Know
Gas Inhalation: When to Seek Medical Attention for Chest Pain and Dizziness
Inhalation of gas Hello doctor, I was cooking and the gas stove went out because there was water at the bottom of the pot. I inhaled a little gas and felt a bit dizzy with some chest tightness and pain. After more than 20 minutes, it hasn't improved. Should I seek medical at...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: If you still feel unwell, please seek medical treatment.[Read More] Gas Inhalation: When to Seek Medical Attention for Chest Pain and Dizziness
Persistent Cough for 5 Weeks: Seeking Answers and Next Steps
Coughing for 5 weeks? Hello, Doctor! I have been coughing for 5 weeks and have visited multiple clinics. Initially, I had a cold with severe throat pain, body weakness, hoarseness, and fever. After these symptoms improved, the cough began and has persisted until now. I first visi...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you seek another hospital outside of your current healthcare system for an X-ray and a professional assessment to determine if there are any significant lung diseases. If the X-ray confirms no obvious lung abnormalities and there is no improvement in...[Read More] Persistent Cough for 5 Weeks: Seeking Answers and Next Steps
Understanding Chest Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Chest issues About two weeks ago, I started experiencing intermittent chest pain and sharp pain in both sides of my chest. However, my breathing is completely normal, and I do not feel pain when taking deep breaths or exhaling. After two days, I went to a small clinic for an exam...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms are more indicative of neuropathic pain (intermittent and in various locations). All related tests are normal. Improvements can be made by maintaining a regular schedule, relaxing, reducing the intake of cold foods, and only taking pain medication when the pa...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options