Chest, Pulmonology FAQ - Page 9

General chest computed tomography (CT) scan? Hello doctor, on February 24th during lunch, I swallowed a fishbone (it was about 1-1.5 cm long, from a white ribbon fish). Three days later, I experienced some chest tightness and sharp pain, but it was very brief. Currently, besides ...

Chest tightness? I have been experiencing frequent chest tightness on the left side and increased shortness of breath compared to before. I underwent an examination in the cardiology department, and everything appeared normal. During the echocardiogram, it was noted that my heart...

There is a feeling of tightness in the center of the chest? Hello, doctor. For the past two or three days, I've been feeling a bit of tightness in my chest, specifically around the center of my chest and near the xiphoid process. I haven't experienced any shortness of b...

Regarding the X-ray report? Hello, today I went to a large hospital for a chest X-ray. After the procedure, I immediately reviewed the report with the doctor, who said there were no significant issues. However, the doctor mentioned that the official report would not be available ...

COVID-19, abnormal breath sounds? Hello, doctor. I was diagnosed with COVID-19 on December 19 of last year. Initially, I thought it was just a cold, so after my appointment, I went home and did a rapid test, which confirmed I was positive. I immediately informed the clinic where ...

Pharmaceutical treatment for pulmonary atrophy symptoms? I previously received a misdiagnosis from a cardiologist and was prescribed sedatives, after which I experienced shortness of breath for two years. However, since November of this year, my breathing has improved somewhat, b...

Chest pain issues? Hello doctor, a few days ago, I suddenly experienced pain under my right chest for no apparent reason. It has been persistent for 4 to 5 days. I haven't had any trauma, but pressing on the area causes pain. It also hurts when I take a deep breath, raise my...

Intermittent chest tightness or discomfort? Hello Doctor, I experience episodes of uncomfortable chest tightness and pain every once in a while, usually occurring at night while resting. This happens about two to three times a year, with intervals sometimes exceeding six months, ...

Right chest pain? 1. The pain is located in the lower right chest area and feels somewhat like a cramp during deep breathing, but it resolves after 1-2 days of rest. I experienced a similar condition last month. 2. This time, there is also soreness in the pectoralis major area (a...

Foreign body aspiration into the nasal cavity? In March 2018, I accidentally inhaled a male cone from a Podocarpus tree while passing underneath it. This caused an immediate and severe coughing fit. The male cone, measuring only 0.4 cm, could not be removed and has since fragment...

Hello, Director? Hello, Director Huang. I was hospitalized for pneumonia in December and was discharged after completing the antibiotic treatment. The pulmonology department referred me to cardiology for evaluation due to a heart murmur. I went for a follow-up appointment with th...

Questions related to pulmonary tuberculosis? Hello, Doctor! My father was diagnosed with open pulmonary tuberculosis in 2020 and was hospitalized for nearly a year for treatment. After that, both my mother and my daughter tested positive and received preventive medication. I, mys...

Hello, Director Huang. I have been experiencing pain after a recent car accident? On January 28, I went to the emergency room after a car accident. Besides external bruises, I experienced left-sided chest pain rated around 2 to 4 out of 10. The pain felt like it was on the surfac...

Will lung atrophy gradually lead to death due to respiratory failure? I previously received a misdiagnosis from a cardiologist and was prescribed sedatives, after which I experienced significant chest tightness and difficulty breathing. I had to exert a lot of effort to breathe, ...

The chest X-ray shows an opacity? Hello, my family member recently had a health check-up, and before receiving the report, we were notified that there were shadows on the X-ray, and an outpatient appointment has already been scheduled. Is this situation considered urgent? I am co...

Left chest pain? A few days ago, I felt some pain near my heart on the left side of my chest. For the past two days, I've experienced pain on both sides, but when I press on the painful area, I don't feel much discomfort. Doctor, could this indicate a problem with my he...

Please let me know your questions regarding the examination report? Hello Dr. Huang, I have been experiencing a persistent cough and often feel phlegm in my throat. I have seen many doctors at various clinics and taken numerous medications without improvement. Eventually, I went ...

Chest X-ray report - Increased pulmonary markings? Hello Dr. Huang, I recently received a chest X-ray report with the following findings. Are there any specific issues I should be concerned about? It mentions increased lung markings; could this be related to the cough and sputum ...

Chest tightness and pain on the right side during inhalation? Hello, Doctor: This morning around 10 AM, I suddenly felt a tightness in my right chest while breathing, which then became increasingly painful (most painful during inhalation). It felt like a very strong bruise. The d...

Shortness of breath? Hello, recently I have been experiencing occasional difficulty in breathing, requiring deep breaths, and the symptoms have been becoming more frequent. At the moment, I do not feel short of breath, and my oxygen saturation levels are normal. I would like to s...