Occasional Vibrations in the Left Chest During Inhalation: What to Know
During inhalation, there is a sensation of vibration on the left side? I occasionally feel a vibration sensation! It doesn't happen every time I inhale, and it doesn't occur when I exhale. Whenever I try to confirm the feeling, it disappears! There is no cough, chest ti...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Please visit the pulmonology department for evaluation by a physician.[Read More] Occasional Vibrations in the Left Chest During Inhalation: What to Know
Understanding Left Apical Pleural Fibrosis: Should You Be Concerned?
Fibrosis of the left apical pleura? I apologize for the interruption. I am 22 years old and a junior in college. A few days ago, I reviewed my school health check report, which indicated left apical pleural fibrosis. I would like to ask if this condition is serious. I do not smok...
Dr. Wu Yingxun Reply:
Hello: Apical pleural fibrosis is quite common, indicating that there has been previous inflammation that left scar tissue. It is harmless to the body, and annual X-ray examinations for monitoring are sufficient.[Read More] Understanding Left Apical Pleural Fibrosis: Should You Be Concerned?
Struggling to Breathe: When to Seek Help for Chest Issues
Shortness of breath? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask which specialty I should see for my symptoms. Sometimes I have difficulty breathing, and I get very short of breath after walking just a few steps. I have had a chest X-ray, which showed no issues, but these symptoms have pe...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: Please consult with a pulmonologist first, and then the pulmonologist will recommend the appropriate specialty for further consultation.[Read More] Struggling to Breathe: When to Seek Help for Chest Issues
Understanding Breathing Issues in Adolescents: A Guide for Parents
Respiratory issues Hello, doctor. I am currently 13 years old and will turn 14 this year. My height is 158 cm and my weight is 54 kg. I started experiencing difficulty breathing after running 800 meters in the fourth grade. I frequently feel the need to take deep breaths, and dur...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Unless you have a long-term habit of running, suddenly running 800 meters can lead to reactions such as shortness of breath. Hyperventilation may cause dizziness, so it is recommended that you develop a regular exercise routine![Read More] Understanding Breathing Issues in Adolescents: A Guide for Parents
Difficulty Breathing While Lying Down: Causes and Solutions
Difficulty breathing while lying down? Hello Doctor: For the past month or two, I have been experiencing difficulty breathing whenever I lie down, as if someone is choking my throat. The symptoms are more pronounced when I lie on my side or just after getting up, and it is very u...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Given your age, absence of asthma, and normal 24-hour ECG, cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases can be temporarily ruled out. Please pay attention to any signs of insomnia or excessive stress. You may consider consulting a psychiatrist. If you are overweight, you can enha...[Read More] Difficulty Breathing While Lying Down: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Chest Pain: When to Worry About Lung Cancer Symptoms
Chest pain with deep breathing? Hello, I have been experiencing chest pain for the past month. Initially, the pain was in the center of my chest, usually lasting for a few seconds and occurring in episodes. It worsens with deep breaths. Later, I also felt pain on the left side of...
Dr. Zhang Ziyan Reply:
According to age, the likelihood of lung cancer is generally very low. However, since there is some pleuritic pain, it is recommended that if the pain persists or worsens, you should visit a pulmonology clinic to rule out some common causes such as pneumothorax or pneumonia. Chan...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: When to Worry About Lung Cancer Symptoms
Understanding Nighttime Breathing Issues After Pneumothorax Surgery
Occasionally, I experience some difficulty breathing at night, but it is not painful? Last month I had surgery for a pneumothorax, and now at night when I lie down, I feel a sensation of something in my throat. Sometimes I also experience sudden palpitations and difficulty breath...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: Recurrence of pneumothorax is primarily characterized by chest pain and shortness of breath. If you experience difficulty breathing at night, it is advisable to consult a pulmonologist to check for issues such as asthma or bronchitis.[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Breathing Issues After Pneumothorax Surgery
Understanding Chest Tightness and Breathing Difficulties: A Patient's Journey
First episode of chest tightness and difficulty breathing? I have a long-term allergy condition (due to sinusitis). On November 16 (Monday), I visited a general clinic for ENT (at that time, I was also experiencing a mild cough, cold, and fever). Starting from November 18 (Wednes...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: I believe that during the fever phase, it might be a gastrointestinal flu, with symptoms like increased heart rate. Later on, I became very concerned about chest tightness and felt uneasy, which inevitably included some anxiety. I suggest starting with anti-anxiety medicat...[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness and Breathing Difficulties: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Noisy Breathing: Possible Causes and Solutions
Audible breathing? Hello, about a month ago, I started experiencing a sound of obstruction while breathing, but I do not have difficulty breathing. Occasionally, I cough up clear, foamy sputum that resembles mucus. I feel the sound of my breathing is located between my collarbone...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: It is necessary to examine the trachea and bronchi for mucus or foreign body inflammation. Please consult a pulmonologist for further evaluation. Allergies, such as rhinitis, may be related to the current symptoms.[Read More] Understanding Noisy Breathing: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Exercise-Related Discomfort: Is It Serious?
Sudden discomfort during exercise? Hello Doctor, a few days ago while doing aerobic boxing, I felt a significant difficulty in breathing halfway through. My chest felt tight, I felt nauseous, a bit weak, and generally unwell, so I took a break. I noticed that squatting made me fe...
Dr. Lu Mingzhi Reply:
Hello: Difficulty breathing and chest tightness during intense exercise are primarily caused by increased workload on the heart and lungs. Generally, these symptoms should improve after resting; however, if you experience cold sweats or even fainting, it is important to consider ...[Read More] Understanding Exercise-Related Discomfort: Is It Serious?
Understanding Persistent Chest Tightness: Emotional vs. Physical Causes
I have been troubled by chest tightness for a long time? Since I started a relationship in my sophomore year, I've often experienced chest tightness and difficulty breathing when I cry. After the breakup, I frequently felt unexplained chest discomfort, and now, nearly three ...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: Please visit a pulmonologist for an examination, as a physician must conduct a personal assessment and interpretation to make a diagnosis. It is not possible to determine the issue based solely on your description.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Chest Tightness: Emotional vs. Physical Causes
Understanding Chronic Cough: Insights on Post-Smoking Symptoms
Chronic cough My father is about 48 years old and has a smoking history of 30 years. He quit smoking over three years ago. For the past four to five years, he has occasionally coughed, with a maximum of about ten coughs in a day. According to my mother, his coughing symptoms have...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It may be related to the lungs, and an X-ray is needed to rule out significant lung diseases. If necessary, a pulmonary function test can also be arranged to check for obstructive lung diseases. It is recommended to see a pulmonologist![Read More] Understanding Chronic Cough: Insights on Post-Smoking Symptoms
Understanding Wheezing: Asthma or Bronchitis Symptoms?
Wheezing during respiration? I have been experiencing wheezing in my breathing for the past couple of days. After using my medication, the wheezing only subsides for one to two hours, and I have to use the inhaler several times a day. I don't have much of a cough, but I do h...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Mr. Hsiao: Thank you for your inquiry. Asthma is characterized by an exaggerated response of the airways, leading to increased mucus production and bronchoconstriction, which results in difficulty breathing. Medication can help improve symptoms, but unless a short-acting bro...[Read More] Understanding Wheezing: Asthma or Bronchitis Symptoms?
Should You Self-Monitor Rib Discomfort Before Seeking Medical Help?
Abnormal Sensation in the Ribs (Continued) Doctor, I would like to ask if it is advisable to self-monitor first and see how the situation develops, as my breathing is still manageable. I don't feel very short of breath, but sometimes I do experience chest tightness. I looked...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Please continue to follow the previous advice, and get an X-ray if you experience significant difficulty breathing or chest pain![Read More] Should You Self-Monitor Rib Discomfort Before Seeking Medical Help?
Understanding Chest Tightness: Causes and Concerns After Pneumothorax Surgery
Feeling of chest tightness? Hello doctor, several years ago I had surgery for a pneumothorax. Last night, I woke up in the middle of the night for unknown reasons, feeling chest tightness and nausea. I feel cold when exposed to air conditioning or a fan, and I also have diarrhea....
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to undergo an X-ray evaluation if you experience difficulty breathing.[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness: Causes and Concerns After Pneumothorax Surgery
Choking Incident: Understanding Persistent Cough and Chest Discomfort
Choking sensation with an itchy chest? Hello Doctor, on the evening of July 10th, I choked a little on some vegetable leaves during dinner, which caused me to cough violently for a few seconds, but I returned to normal shortly after. However, for the next few days, I felt persist...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If there is a foreign object in the trachea, coughing should be quite severe. Currently, it appears to resemble allergy symptoms. You can consult a pulmonologist to check for asthma attacks, or you may also consider seeing a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to adj...[Read More] Choking Incident: Understanding Persistent Cough and Chest Discomfort
Understanding Symptoms: Breathlessness, Chest Tightness, and Anxiety
Respiratory distress, chest tightness, sensation of a lump in the throat, and neck tightness? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my current symptoms, which include respiratory distress, chest tightness, a sensation of something stuck in my throat, neck tightness, difficult...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you take cardiology medications along with expectorants, and if necessary, you may ask your physician to prescribe anti-anxiety medication. If you continue to experience chest tightness and discomfort, consider consulting a psychosomatic specialist.[Read More] Understanding Symptoms: Breathlessness, Chest Tightness, and Anxiety
Asthma or Autonomic Nervous System Disorder: Understanding Your Symptoms
Is it asthma or autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Hello, doctor. I have asthma due to family history (my grandfather had asthma), but under the misconception that I no longer had asthma symptoms after middle school, my parents didn't let me use a dry powder inhaler, fear...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms still resemble asthma. The pulmonary function test showed improvement in symptoms after inhalation of a short-acting bronchodilator. The report can be further interpreted by your physician. The difficulty in breathing affects the autonomic nervous system as a...[Read More] Asthma or Autonomic Nervous System Disorder: Understanding Your Symptoms
Understanding Blood Test Results: Can GERD Affect Your Health?
Blood test Hello Doctor, a few days ago I went to the emergency room due to fever, chest tightness, pain, and difficulty breathing. I had blood tests and an X-ray. It was found that my white blood cell count was slightly elevated, and my troponin (Tn) level was over a thousand, w...
Dr. Zhang Youzheng Reply:
Hello: Upon checking, there is no Tn index. Please confirm if the value is correct. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Blood Test Results: Can GERD Affect Your Health?
Understanding Unexplained Chest Discomfort: Possible Causes and Solutions
For examinations with no clear diagnosis? I have been experiencing chest tightness and difficulty breathing for the past week, but it has become more pronounced in the last two days, especially at night. I even have to take a breath while eating. I went to a clinic where they mea...
Dr. Zhang Ziyan Reply:
Hello Ms. Hsiao, regarding your family medical history, the information provided has been evaluated with an X-ray, which has initially ruled out some acute conditions. You are experiencing symptoms such as cough and sputum production. For further evaluation, it is recommended tha...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Chest Discomfort: Possible Causes and Solutions