CT scan, Pulmonology FAQ - Page 16

The presence of shadows and fluid in the lungs may indicate several conditions, such as pneumonia, pulmonary edema, lung tumors, or pleural effusion. It is essential to conduct further diagnostic tests, such as imaging studies or laboratory tests, to determine the underlying caus...

Lung examination Hello Doctor: My father has been suffering from a persistent cough for 1 to 2 months without improvement. A CT scan revealed a 0.4 cm white spot at the left lung base, along with slight collapse symptoms. A bronchoscopy was arranged for further evaluation, but th...

A 0.5 cm tumor was found on the CT scan? Hello, doctor. I underwent a health check-up and had a test for the lung cancer tumor marker Cyfra 21-1, which resulted in a value of 5.8 (with a reference range of <3.3). I later had a CT scan that revealed a 0.5 cm tumor in my lung, b...

Right upper lung perforation? Recently, a CT scan confirmed a cavitary lesion in the right upper lung. I am curious about the duration it typically takes for tuberculosis bacteria to cause cavitation, especially since there have been no typical symptoms of pulmonary tuberculosis ...

There is an opacity on the chest X-ray? Hello Dr. Zhou! My father had an X-ray in mid-October, which revealed shadows in the right middle lobe and right lower lobe of his lung (three areas). Sometimes he experiences pain in his right chest while breathing, and it hurts more with ...

Diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis? Hello Doctor, In June, during a medical examination for studying abroad, a chest X-ray revealed a fibrotic calcified nodule in the upper lobe of my right lung. The examining physician suggested that it might be a scar from a past tuberculosis...

Please provide the content you would like me to translate? Hello, after my mother was in a car accident, an X-ray revealed increased fibrosis in her left upper lung. Later, a CT scan indicated that this might be related to fluid accumulation. If the fluid does not decrease, drain...

Regarding lung tumors? Hello, my grandmother is nearly 90 years old, weighs 48 kg, and is able to take care of herself. She requires a cane to walk due to knee joint degeneration. She has been experiencing a long-term cough and has only been receiving cough and expectorant medica...

Calcified pulmonary nodules Hello! Last April, I accidentally discovered a white spot in my right lower lung while having a cold. After evaluations including sputum tests and pulmonary function tests by two pulmonologists, the first doctor did not provide a clear explanation but ...

Inquire about pulmonary fibrosis issues? Hello Doctor, my father previously had lung cancer and underwent surgery to remove a lobe of his lung at the beginning of last year. He is currently under continuous monitoring. Last week, during a follow-up CT scan, the doctor mentioned t...

mild fever As a child, I frequently caught colds, almost having to visit the doctor every month. However, about seven or eight years ago, I became much less sick. But whenever I do get sick, I tend to cough severely, often taking nearly a month to recover. After not having a cold...

There is an opacity on the chest X-ray? On December 8th, a health check was performed, and an X-ray showed a shadow in the left chest. During the outpatient visit, the doctor suspected it might be a blood vessel and recommended a chest CT scan. The scan results did not show any o...

I'm here to help! Please go ahead and ask your question Hello Doctor: My father was recently hospitalized for acute pneumonia and is currently recovering at home. He has been returning for follow-up visits and has had X-rays for monitoring. During the most recent CT scan, a ...

Increased lung markings refer to the appearance of more prominent or denser vascular and bronchial structures on a chest X-ray or CT scan. This can indicate various conditions, such as pulmonary edema, interstitial lung disease, or chronic bronch Dr. Chou, I apologize for the int...

Hemoptysis My brother had tuberculosis three years ago and was cured after six months of medication. However, over the past year, he has experienced hemoptysis, sometimes coughing up blood once a month and other times every two weeks. He often feels a tickle in his throat at nigh...

Left thoracic cavity Hello, Doctor: I experienced a left-sided pneumothorax in August this year, which was a spontaneous pneumothorax. I underwent conservative treatment with a drainage tube, but unfortunately, it recurred in October. This indicates that my chances of a third rec...

Complications of pneumothorax? Medical Condition Description: Eleven months ago, a pneumothorax occurred due to needle knife therapy, leading to intubation at the hospital. Since then, there has been a sensation of the diaphragm being unable to descend, accompanied by weak cardio...

Should patients with diabetes and pulmonary edema undergo puncture? Dear Dr. Zhou, My father, who is 57 years old, has a long history of diabetes and hypertension. He is also blind in one eye and has hearing impairment. On July 23, he was admitted to the hospital due to difficul...

Pleural effusion Hello, Dr. Qu! My mother experienced pain near the side of her back on April 14th. She visited a doctor who took an X-ray and said there were no significant issues, only inflammation of the muscles, and prescribed medication. After taking the medication for a few...

Regarding the lungs? Hello, what are the differences between lung cancer and tuberculosis? Is lung cancer contagious? My grandfather is 76 years old and seems to have some lung issues recently. The doctor has recommended a CT scan, and I'm worried about whether he is in dang...