Lungs, Pulmonology FAQ - Page 15

Often, I have to breathe through my mouth and take deep breaths to feel comfortable? I previously visited a pulmonologist who performed a chest X-ray and prescribed a bronchodilator. However, after using it for a month, I have not experienced any improvement. My symptoms include ...

Tracheal and bronchial foreign bodies Hello, doctor. I had a cold at the beginning of April, and while the symptoms of the cold have resolved, I have been experiencing a persistent cough for over three months now. The previous cold symptoms are gone, but I feel an itchiness in my...

People who are concerned about their health? Hello, doctor! Well, sometimes after work at the factory, I come home and cook, and if I can't finish my meal, I freeze it for the next meal. I also eat very hot soup and tend to eat until I'm very full. In June of this year,...

Pain in the upper back around the scapula? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing severe pain in my shoulders, back, and lower back for the past few months. Previously, I had swelling in the middle of my left back, so I went to see a doctor who took X-rays and said it was due to ...

Chest tightness or pain? Hello, I have been experiencing chest tightness and pain for two months. I went to the hospital and saw a thoracic surgeon, and an X-ray showed no abnormalities, but the pain persists. It hurts when I exert myself, but it doesn't hurt when I'm a...

Pulmonary cavity Hello Doctor: Previously, I inquired about my mother's issue with coughing up blood. Today, we received the report results, which indicate that there is a cavity in her lungs, and the sputum culture shows the presence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa. I forgot to a...

If a person who has previously received preventive treatment for tuberculosis (TB) experiences a relapse of the infection, can they still transmit the disease? Hello Doctor: My mother was diagnosed with open pulmonary tuberculosis last year and was cured after six months of treat...

There is a tumor approximately 3 centimeters in size in the left lung lobe? Hello Doctor: Recently, my mother has been experiencing a cough due to a cold for about a month. Her condition has been fluctuating, and in the past two weeks, she has been coughing up phlegm with blood s...

Phlegm resembling tapioca pearls? Hello: --- Explanation --- 1. I have been smoking for about ten years. 2. I usually do not cough, but I experience shortness of breath. 3. Recently, I often cough up phlegm that resembles tapioca pearls (the shape of the pearls in bubble tea). 4....

X-ray findings show calcified nodules in the hilar region, which may indicate pulmonary tuberculosis. However, if there are no signs of coughing, is it possible to transmit the infection to others? I sometimes come into contact with dust at work, and even though I wear a mask, I ...

Cough and nasal congestion? Doctor, I have been experiencing nasal allergy issues for the past few years, with frequent itching and sneezing. However, since last winter, I have been dealing with daily nasal congestion, itching, and sneezing. In the past two months, I have also st...

Pulmonary X-ray issues? I would like to ask the doctor, our school had a chest X-ray last month (to check for pulmonary tuberculosis), and today we received the examination report ------------------------------ Examination Item: Abdominal X-ray (one view) Result: Suspected round ...

The trachea feels tight, but there is no sensation of shortness of breath? Hello doctor, I haven't worked outside for seven years due to a serious illness; I underwent a liver transplant. I started working on March 15, and on the 19th, I suddenly felt tightness between my co...

Bilateral pleural effusion in the upper lung lobes? Pleural effusion in both upper lung lobes refers to the accumulation of fluid in the pleural space surrounding the lungs. The severity of this condition can vary depending on the amount of fluid and the underlying cause. It is n...

Cough with chest pain? Hello doctor, my mother started coughing around the 20th of last month and now her speech is reduced to a whisper. She is currently speaking with little strength. She has been visiting clinics for treatment and was referred to a larger hospital last week. I...

Can pneumonia lead to sepsis? My mother has been coughing for a long time, and the doctor treated her for tuberculosis. However, after taking medication for more than six months, her cough has not improved. Later, she developed shortness of breath and required an oxygen machine t...

Bilateral chest pain? Hello Doctor, I have a history of arrhythmia and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (which occurs during normal activities). Since yesterday, I have been experiencing chest pain, specifically below both clavicles, which worsens with movement or touch (i...

Itchy sensation in the thoracic cavity? Hello Dr. Zhang, Last year, I experienced a recurring itchiness in my right thoracic cavity when breathing. I visited a pulmonologist and underwent a CT scan, which showed no issues with my lungs. However, when I press on my right sternum,...

Feeling mucus in the lungs while lying down? Hello doctor, I have always felt a sensation of phlegm in my lungs when lying down, but I usually don't have much of a coughing issue. Breathing is fine when I'm standing, but I experience this sensation only when I'm ly...

How to improve persistent wheezing in the lungs? Dr. Yang, I am your patient. I have half of my lung remaining, and I experience shortness of breath whenever I catch a cold. Is it safe for me to buy an oxygen tank to increase my oxygen levels? Are there any side effects? Addition...