Understanding Chest X-rays: When to See a Specialist for Bone Issues
Chest X-ray for health check-up? Hello, doctor! This year during the company health check, they mentioned that my chest X-ray showed what seems to be a bone protrusion. They advised me to follow up. The hospital said I could see an orthopedic specialist. Which department should I...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: You can see either a pulmonologist or an orthopedic surgeon, but it is recommended to first consult a pulmonologist. The pulmonologist will then advise whether a referral to an orthopedic surgeon is necessary. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Chest X-rays: When to See a Specialist for Bone Issues
Understanding Bacterial Infections and Treatment in Respiratory Health
Bacterial and pleural infiltration..? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask a few questions... I developed yellow, foul-smelling nasal discharge due to a cold, and after seeing a doctor, it did not improve. It progressed to an upper and lower respiratory tract infection, with sinusit...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is common for normal nasal cavities and respiratory tracts to coexist with commensal bacteria, so the presence of bacteria in cultures does not necessarily indicate an infection or disease. However, based on your description, this condition may involve sinusitis and a m...[Read More] Understanding Bacterial Infections and Treatment in Respiratory Health
Understanding Left Chest Discomfort: A Comprehensive Guide to Symptoms and Solutions
Discomfort in the upper left side of the body? A few months ago, I experienced rapid heartbeat and chest tightness, which led to a feeling of heat throughout my body. I went to the emergency room at midnight, where I had an electrocardiogram and chest X-ray, both of which were no...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: You can visit the pulmonology and cardiology departments to clarify whether there are any heart or thoracic issues. If both are normal, you may consider consulting a psychosomatic medicine specialist to explore if there are recent stress-related factors.[Read More] Understanding Left Chest Discomfort: A Comprehensive Guide to Symptoms and Solutions
Post-Pneumothorax Surgery: Understanding Chest Pain and Discomfort
Post-pneumothorax surgery Hello, doctor. I underwent a total of four surgeries for pneumothorax before 2012, and I have not experienced any recurrence. However, after resting for a year in 2012, I started exercising, such as cycling and jogging. After these activities, I experien...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Please visit the thoracic surgery department.[Read More] Post-Pneumothorax Surgery: Understanding Chest Pain and Discomfort
Understanding Right Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Right chest pain? Hello, I used to experience sudden cramping sensations from my right chest to my right shoulder, which would worsen with deep breaths, but it wasn't frequent. Recently, this same condition has occurred again and has become a bit more frequent (up to twice a...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Based on what has been described, the cause is most likely neuromuscular pain, but please seek medical evaluation and treatment from a pulmonologist.[Read More] Understanding Right Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Sharp Pain Under Right Chest: Causes and When to Seek Help
Sharp pain in the lower right side of the chest, especially during breathing? I have been experiencing a sharp pain under my right chest for the past couple of days, especially noticeable when I am lying down and when I take deep breaths. Thank you for your help.
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you get a chest X-ray to check for any pulmonary abnormalities.[Read More] Sharp Pain Under Right Chest: Causes and When to Seek Help
Persistent Cough and Chest Pain During Pregnancy: What to Do?
I have been pregnant and have had a persistent cold for over a month, with a cough that won't go away. I am also coughing up small amounts of blood and experiencing pain in my chest and back? I am currently 19 weeks pregnant. At first, I thought I had a cold, so I went to th...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
The current cough has been evaluated by several physicians, and given the improvement in symptoms, it is recommended to continue symptomatic treatment. Chronic pharyngitis or mild bronchitis can easily cause slight hemoptysis due to persistent coughing; however, if there is any w...[Read More] Persistent Cough and Chest Pain During Pregnancy: What to Do?
Understanding Throat Tightness and Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Throat tightness, chest tightness, and tension in the back of the neck and occipital region? Recently, while eating snacks and laughing, I felt something foreign enter my throat and get stuck at the Adam's apple. My voice changed, and I started to cough violently after only ...
Dr. Huang Ruiming Reply:
Dear Mr. Anxu, Regarding the issue you raised about multiple symptoms, including a sensation of a foreign body in the throat, it is advisable to come to the outpatient clinic for an examination. Thank you for your concern. Sincerely, Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and...[Read More] Understanding Throat Tightness and Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and Concerns
Chest issues I have been feeling a tingling and itching sensation in the middle of my chest for the past two days. Sometimes I cough very hard, but I don't have a fever. What could be the problem?
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If you feel that your respiratory system is more sensitive, it is recommended to first consult an otolaryngologist to check for any abnormalities in the throat or consider an evaluation of your constitution by a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.[Read More] Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Chronic Bronchitis: Symptoms and Management Strategies
Chronic bronchitis Hello doctor, I previously had acute bronchitis and saw a doctor and took medication. I had an X-ray, and the doctor said there was no pneumonia. Now, a month has passed, and I occasionally cough. The sputum is clear and bubbly, and sometimes my chest feels itc...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: After acute bronchitis, the airways may still be in an inflammatory or hypersensitive state, requiring some time for recovery. It is recommended to consider visiting a traditional Chinese medicine clinic, as there may be some medications that can help improve airway hypers...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Bronchitis: Symptoms and Management Strategies
Understanding Nighttime Chest Pain: Causes and Solutions
Chest pain while sleeping? Between 11 PM and 1 AM, I experience sudden, intense chest pain, as if someone is hitting my heart. I can hear my heart beating rapidly, and breathing doesn't help; I can only wait for the pain to subside. This episode lasts for about 3 to 5 minute...
Dr. Wu Yingxun Reply:
Consult a cardiologist to check for issues such as mitral valve prolapse or arrhythmias.[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Chest Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Throat Tightness and Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Throat tightness, chest tightness, and tension in the upper back and chest cavity? Recently, while eating snacks and laughing, I felt something foreign enter my throat and get stuck at the level of the Adam's apple. My voice changed, and I started to cough violently after on...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Mr. Luo: Thank you very much for your support of the Taiwan e-Hospital. The purpose of this platform is to help the public clarify doubts or provide preliminary advice. Of course, the medical field is quite complex, and some questions may not be answered satisfactorily or ma...[Read More] Understanding Throat Tightness and Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Lung Nodules: Should You Be Concerned About Size Changes?
Pulmonary nodule enlargement? Hello Doctor, I had a health check-up at Taipei Kang Ning Hospital last December, and there were about six nodules in my lungs, two of which were larger GGO (ground-glass opacities) with the hospital report indicating sizes of 0.55 and 0.5. In April ...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: The changes are indeed minimal and within the measurement error range, unlike the behavior of tumor cells. It is recommended to follow the physician's advice for annual CT scans. If you are still concerned, a follow-up chest X-ray after six months can also be consider...[Read More] Understanding Lung Nodules: Should You Be Concerned About Size Changes?
Understanding Throat Obstruction: Symptoms and Concerns Explained
Throat obstruction, headache, tightness? Hello Doctor: Recently, while eating snacks and laughing, I felt something foreign enter my throat and get stuck at the level of my Adam's apple. My voice changed, and I started coughing violently after only a few words, but I didn&#x...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If the CT scan and ENT examination do not reveal any foreign objects, there is no need to worry about the presence of a foreign body. However, the forceful passage of a foreign object through the larynx and severe coughing can cause localized inflammation and tension in th...[Read More] Understanding Throat Obstruction: Symptoms and Concerns Explained
Persistent Dry Cough: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Persistent cough? Hello doctor, I have been coughing for over a month now, and it's a dry cough. It has made my throat very painful and dry, and I also feel some discomfort in my chest. I have seen a doctor and received an injection, but the cough only stopped for one day (t...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: First, see a pulmonologist for a chest X-ray to confirm that there are no abnormalities in the lungs. If there is a poor response to Western medicine, you may also consider consulting a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to discuss any dietary and lifestyle consider...[Read More] Persistent Dry Cough: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Understanding Persistent Throat and Chest Discomfort: Is It a Foreign Body?
Throat tightness, chest tightness, and tension in the back of the neck and occipital region? I would like to ask the doctor, if there is indeed a foreign object in the trachea or vocal cords, even something as small as an insect or food residue, will it definitely trigger a stron...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: The presence of a foreign body in the trachea typically causes coughing and inflammation. It is unclear whether this is related to the current symptoms. It is recommended to perform a chest X-ray, as determining whether a foreign body has entered and remained in the trache...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Throat and Chest Discomfort: Is It a Foreign Body?
Understanding Throat Tightness and Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Feeling of throat obstruction and chest tightness? Hello, doctor: I once choked while eating, which caused severe coughing. Later, I forced myself to swallow to suppress the reflexive cough. After suppressing it, I felt a contraction in my throat muscles, and I started experienci...
Dr. Wu Yingxun Reply:
Hello: A chest CT scan may provide a clearer view of subtle changes in the lungs.[Read More] Understanding Throat Tightness and Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Chest pain It's been almost a week... When I swallow saliva, it feels like there's a protrusion in my esophagus, and every morning when I lift heavy objects at work, I experience significant chest pain... It's a bit hard to breathe... By the afternoon or evening, t...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Chest pain can range from superficial pain in the skin to deeper pain in the muscle layer (often related to heavy lifting, twisting of the chest, or movements that expand the chest). It can also be related to the esophagus within the thoracic cavity (which may worsen with ...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Unexplained Left Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns Explored
Unexplained pain in the left chest? Hello Dr. Yang, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your patient response to another question. I do not smoke or drink alcohol, but I have been experiencing chronic post-nasal drip and gastroesophageal reflux. I have been on choles...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your clear description! Based on the previous suggestion, you can consider seeing a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to adjust your constitution and modify certain lifestyle habits.[Read More] Unexplained Left Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns Explored
Chronic Cough: Understanding Causes and When to Seek Treatment
Persistent cough that does not improve? I have been coughing for a long time, at least a year. It started as a cold, and I often had colds. I remember two years ago I just felt like I had phlegm, but then I don't know when it started that I began to cough continuously. Somet...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Yise: There are many causes of chronic cough, but based on your description and age, I personally believe it may be due to allergies. You should consider going to the hospital for further examination, especially regarding asthma-related tests, as this condition can sometimes...[Read More] Chronic Cough: Understanding Causes and When to Seek Treatment