Understanding Your Lung Test Results: What They Mean for Your Health
Lung Examination Report Hello Dr. Zhou, I visited a pulmonologist due to chest tightness and difficulty breathing. The doctor ordered some tests and prescribed medication, asking me to return for a follow-up appointment in a month after the tests. However, I still felt unwell and...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: The interpretation of the examination report should still be correlated with the clinical condition. Please return for a follow-up visit for the physician's explanation.[Read More] Understanding Your Lung Test Results: What They Mean for Your Health
Understanding Chest X-Ray Results: Key Findings and Next Steps
Interpretation of Chest X-ray Hello Doctor, I recently had a chest X-ray examination, and due to my busy schedule, I would like to ask for your assistance in determining if there are any abnormalities that require further investigation. The findings are as follows: - Mild biapi...
Dr. Cai Zongwei Reply:
Hello: The chest X-ray report mentioned abnormalities. According to regulations, "Taiwan e-Hospital" cannot replace a physician's diagnosis. Please return to the original hospital for an explanation of the report from the physician.[Read More] Understanding Chest X-Ray Results: Key Findings and Next Steps
Should COVID-19 Patients Get Chest X-Rays? Key Considerations
Do COVID-19 positive patients need to undergo a chest X-ray examination? Hello, doctor. For individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19, is it advisable to get a chest X-ray to check for lung issues when they test negative on a rapid test? In what situations or for which gr...
Dr. Guo Hongyi Reply:
Hello, if you have related pulmonary symptoms, you can visit a medical facility for an evaluation by a physician to determine if a chest X-ray is necessary. Currently, there are no specific regulations or recommendations regarding which groups must undergo a chest X-ray upon diag...[Read More] Should COVID-19 Patients Get Chest X-Rays? Key Considerations
Understanding Occasional Right Chest Pain: Causes and Insights
Occasional sharp pain in the right chest? Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been experiencing sudden sharp pain in the area between my ribs, about three finger widths above my right nipple, which lasts for about 10 seconds before returning to normal. A while ago, I visited the hosp...
Dr. Guo Hongyi Reply:
Hello, the public. Based on what you have described, you have seen various specialists but no abnormalities were found. If the aforementioned specialties have ruled out any issues, intercostal pain is often related to muscular or neurological factors, typically caused by fatigue ...[Read More] Understanding Occasional Right Chest Pain: Causes and Insights
Understanding Intermittent Chest Pain: Possible Lung-Related Causes
Chest pain Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing intermittent pain in the middle of my chest recently, with occasional sharp pain lasting 1-2 seconds. Over the past two days, I initially felt a pulling sensation on the outer right side of my chest extending to my armpit, follow...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Anonymous: The symptoms you described are more akin to pain from muscle nerve traction. Please be mindful that when engaging in daily activities that require exertion, it's best to perform warm-up exercises. Additionally, this is unrelated to the 0.5 cm nodule. I recomm...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Chest Pain: Possible Lung-Related Causes
Understanding Bilateral Sharp Costophrenic Angles in Chest X-Ray Reports
Bilateral sharp costophrenic angles means that both costophrenic angles, which are the angles formed by the diaphragm Hello, doctor. Recently, after completing chemotherapy, I was hospitalized for surgery. Before my admission, I underwent routine pre-admission tests, including a ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Becca: Bilateral sharp costophrenic angles essentially indicate that the angles between the diaphragm and the rib cage on both sides are sharper than usual, which is not a concern. If there are additional findings, there could be a possibility of pleural effusion. Currently,...[Read More] Understanding Bilateral Sharp Costophrenic Angles in Chest X-Ray Reports
Understanding Your Chest X-Ray Report: What Does Bilateral Pulmonary Hilum Prominence Mean?
X-ray report Hello, Director. What does this report mean? Chest: Prominence of the bilateral pulmonary hilum is noted. Otherwise, there is no significant abnormality. Thank you.
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear U: Essentially, this report should be fine. The hilum of the lung contains the pulmonary arteries, veins, lymphatics, and nerves, and any enlargement or protrusion is usually associated with pulmonary hypertension or lymphadenopathy. However, the findings in this report are ...[Read More] Understanding Your Chest X-Ray Report: What Does Bilateral Pulmonary Hilum Prominence Mean?
Understanding Elevated CYFRA 21-1 Levels During Pregnancy: Next Steps
The CYFRA 21-1 test result is elevated? Hello Doctor: I had a company health check today in January while I was 8 months pregnant. The test report showed a CYFRA 21-1 level of 2.16 in red. After giving birth, I had a follow-up chest X-ray in April, which showed no abnormalities. ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Vicjy: During pregnancy, CYFRA 21-1 levels may increase. Postpartum X-rays are normal. You can have another CYFRA 21-1 test, and if the results are normal, no further testing is needed. However, this marker is not exclusive to lung cancer; other conditions such as breast can...[Read More] Understanding Elevated CYFRA 21-1 Levels During Pregnancy: Next Steps
Upper Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention and Which Specialist to See
Pain in the upper center of the chest? Hello Doctor, I have recently noticed a pain in the area just below the collarbone in the center of my chest. It feels similar to being struck hard (though there have been no recent injuries or impacts). I usually do not feel pain when at re...
Dr. Cai Zongwei Reply:
Hello: If there is pain in the sternum area (extrathoracic, related to movement), you can request an evaluation from the surgical department (orthopedics or thoracic surgery). If there are concerns about potential pulmonary lesions or accompanying respiratory symptoms, you may co...[Read More] Upper Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention and Which Specialist to See
Understanding Chest Medicine: Is Hand Numbness Normal After Breathing Exercises?
Which department should I see? Hello. I would like to ask if it is normal to experience numbness and soreness in the elbows to the palms of both the left and right hands after about 5 minutes of inhaling through the nose and forcefully exhaling through the mouth. The strength app...
Dr. Tao Ruiming Reply:
Hello: You have created "hyperventilation syndrome" for yourself! Don’t do it again.[Read More] Understanding Chest Medicine: Is Hand Numbness Normal After Breathing Exercises?
Understanding Left Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Left chest pain? Today, I felt a slight intermittent pain in my left chest, and throughout the day, the pain has been quite frequent. Recent chest X-ray results from a health check showed everything to be normal. Aside from the mild intermittent pain in my left chest, I have no o...
Dr. Wu Yingxun Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to see a cardiologist for an examination to check for any issues. If there are no problems with the thoracic cavity and heart, it may be intercostal neuralgia.[Read More] Understanding Left Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Understanding Your Chest CT Results: Ground Glass Nodules Explained
Hello, doctor. I live in Changhua County and would like to inquire about issues related to CT nodules? Hello Doctor, I live in Changhua County and would like to consult you in advance for any future issues regarding my health. I have been diagnosed with myasthenia gravis through ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Ah Xiang: You seem to have misunderstood. The report Se/Img refers to a specific coordinate position in the fourth series on the 50th image. Changhua Hospital is concerned about you.[Read More] Understanding Your Chest CT Results: Ground Glass Nodules Explained
Understanding Right Lower Chest Pain and Night Sweats: When to Seek Help
Localized sharp pain in the lower right side of the chest (bone) with occasional body fever? Approximately four to five years ago, around 2018/2019, I started experiencing a dull sensation in a fixed point on the lower right side of my chest (bone), which would occur occasionally...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: You can first visit the pulmonology department for evaluation by a physician.[Read More] Understanding Right Lower Chest Pain and Night Sweats: When to Seek Help
Understanding Chest Symptoms: When to See a Specialist for Lumps and Discomfort
The location of the Tian Tu point (Ren 22) is on the chest, at the center of the suprasternal notch. If there is a lump under the armpit, you should consult a specialist in either general surgery or an oncologist, depending on the characteristics of the lump? Hello, doctor. Due t...
Dr. Shen Bochan Reply:
Hello, please seek medical attention as soon as possible. Both internal medicine and family medicine physicians can provide you with treatment. It is difficult to give a specific diagnosis online. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Chest Symptoms: When to See a Specialist for Lumps and Discomfort
Choking on Food: Signs of Aspiration and When to Seek Help
Choking on food and unsure if it was coughed out? Hello doctor, yesterday I choked on some Job's tears while eating, and I had a severe coughing fit at the time, but I'm not sure if I coughed it out. Today, I feel a tightness in my chest and have a persistent urge to co...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Yu: It cannot be ruled out that food may be lodged in the trachea based on clinical symptoms. If there is no improvement, it is advisable to consult a pulmonologist for a bronchoscopy. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Choking on Food: Signs of Aspiration and When to Seek Help
Understanding Asthma Medication: Concerns and Management Strategies
Questions about asthma medications? Hello Dr. Tsai: My son is 31 years old. He had several episodes of asthma during preschool, but the doctor's treatment consisted of a 3-day medication course and a rescue inhaler for emergencies. He experienced an episode during elementary...
Dr. Cai Zongwei Reply:
Hello: The timing for asthma medication includes regular maintenance therapy (such as Relvar) and rescue therapy during an attack (such as albuterol). Whether to reduce or discontinue medication in the future depends on how well the condition is controlled (which should be assess...[Read More] Understanding Asthma Medication: Concerns and Management Strategies
Is Daily Use of Relvar Safe for Non-Asthma Chest Tightness?
Unsure if it is an asthma relapse, but inhaled Pulmicort? Hello Dr. Tsai: I apologize for the oversight in my previous question. I would like to ask, if it is not a true asthma exacerbation but rather chest tightness and shortness of breath caused by stress, will daily use of Rel...
Dr. Cai Zongwei Reply:
Hello: The timing for asthma medication includes regular maintenance therapy (such as Relvar) and rescue therapy during an attack (such as albuterol). Whether to reduce or discontinue medication in the future depends on how well the condition is controlled (which needs to be asse...[Read More] Is Daily Use of Relvar Safe for Non-Asthma Chest Tightness?
Concerns About Pneumothorax or Chest Injury After Trauma?
Is there a concern for pneumothorax or chest contusion? Four days ago, I experienced a blunt force impact to the lower left rib cage, similar to the sensation of chest compressions during CPR. At that moment, I felt air being forcibly expelled from my chest cavity, followed by a ...
Dr. Wu Yingxun Reply:
Hello: You should see a pulmonologist to determine if it is a pneumothorax or just a contusion.[Read More] Concerns About Pneumothorax or Chest Injury After Trauma?
Understanding Post-Choking Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Attention
Symptoms after choking? Hello Doctor: On May 26, while drinking milk tea and eating a hamburger, I choked while talking to a colleague. I felt like I choked because there were people around, but I still swallowed it down. After that, I went to the restroom and coughed. A day or t...
Dr. Cai Zongwei Reply:
Hello: If you have persistent hoarseness in your throat (which is part of the upper respiratory tract), please consult an otolaryngologist. If there is a foreign body in the bronchi (which is part of the lower respiratory tract), small foreign objects may be coughed out on their ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Choking Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Attention
Should You Repeat LDCT for Lung Nodules? Key Considerations
Should another LDCT scan be performed for the pulmonary nodule? Hello Doctor: Two years ago, I underwent a health check at a health examination center, during which a digital tomosynthesis of the chest revealed a 0.5 cm nodule in the right lower lobe of my lung. The health examin...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: LDCT will not have issues with insufficient lung inflation that could lead to missing nodules. If you are still concerned, you may consider undergoing an additional LDCT scan at your own expense![Read More] Should You Repeat LDCT for Lung Nodules? Key Considerations