Lungs, Pulmonology FAQ - Page 7

The X-ray report shows shadows in the lungs? Hello! Previously, I had neck pain for over two months and went to a general rehabilitation clinic for an examination. The orthopedic doctor arranged for an X-ray and assessed that there were no issues with my neck. However, he mention...

Questions regarding abnormal findings in LDCT screening? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my LDCT report from my health check-up, which shows the following two abnormalities: recommended follow-up in 3 months. *Mild fibrosis in both lung apices with irregular pleural inter...

Inhaled fumes from bleach? While cleaning the bathroom in the evening, I accidentally mixed bleach with other cleaning agents, resulting in inhalation of excessive irritating gases. I immediately rinsed off the cleaning agents with cold water, but I experienced symptoms such as c...

Inability to breathe independently after tracheostomy? Dear Doctor: The patient has been unable to breathe independently for over three months after tracheostomy, and no other causes have been identified. Are there any better treatment options available?

Between the left clavicle and the upper left chest? Recently, I have been experiencing a feeling of pressure and slight tingling in the area between my left clavicle and the upper left side of my chest. This discomfort extends to my left arm, and at times, I also feel tightness o...

Abnormal breathing? Hello doctor, I am currently 18 years old, 176 cm tall, and weigh 50 kg. I have allergic rhinitis and have recently been experiencing issues with shortness of breath. It’s not that I can’t get air, but I often feel the need to take deep breaths. When singing, ...

Lung LDCT Report Hello Doctor: Due to a recent family member being diagnosed with lung cancer, close relatives over the age of 40 have undergone LDCT screening. One of the reports is as follows: Finding: (Completion time of the examination is displayed on the images) Low Dose L...

Pulmonary nodules are not being monitored regularly? Hello Doctor, the following is a chest CT report from June 2019. I read online that lung nodules are mostly benign, so I did not follow the doctor's advice to have a follow-up once a year. Until this year, I started to fee...

Pain below the chest? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about the pain I have been experiencing under my breasts when wearing a bra, as well as when bending over without one. This has been ongoing for about a month. What could be the cause?

Pneumothorax recovery? Hello, Doctor. I had a spontaneous pneumothorax on October 14, with a size of approximately 2 cm. I was hospitalized for two days of oxygen therapy and was discharged. On October 20, during a follow-up visit, the doctor mentioned that it had expanded to 4 c...

Chronic cough with white foamy sputum, no cough at night? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing intermittent coughing for about two years (3-4 coughs each time), with periods of no coughing lasting a few months. However, in the past six months, the coughing has resumed. During ...

Is it possible for small food particles to directly enter the lungs? Hello, Doctor. I ate too quickly, and it feels like some ground meat might have gone into my lungs because my lungs feel strange. I'm not sure if that's possible. After choking, I coughed forcefully se...

Persistent cough On the 22nd, after receiving the AZ vaccine, I developed a high fever and began to feel a burning sensation in my lungs, followed by persistent coughing. Two days later, the fever subsided, but I continued to cough, which seemed to become more frequent and was mo...

Please provide information on pulmonary fibrosis and pulmonary nodules? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask the following questions and would greatly appreciate your clarification. Result: Y Finding: Low dose chest CT without IV contrast administration: - The low dose protocol...

Chest tightness and pain in the upper left back? Hello, doctor. I'm not sure if it's related to my menstrual period or something else, but I've been feeling a persistent tightness in my chest and pain in my upper left back for the past few days. Once I adjust my po...

Chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, numbness in the hands, and pain in the upper back and shoulders? One night, I suddenly experienced chest tightness, rapid heartbeat, and difficulty breathing, feeling like I was about to faint. I went to the emergency room, but ...

Pulmonary infiltration My mother has been coughing three to four times a day for about 4-5 months. A few days ago, she visited a pulmonologist and had a chest X-ray, which the doctor said was normal. It was suggested that it might be gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Howeve...

Pain below the ribs? Hello, doctor. I had pain on the left side near my back a while ago, which usually occurs at night. Recently, I've been experiencing mild pain below both sides of my rib cage. I spend long hours sitting at the computer. I had a check-up at the end of las...

Pulmonary CT scan Hello, Chief Physician! Today I reviewed my report, and the nodule from two years ago has not changed, but there is one more nodule in another location. The internist suspects it is an infection and has advised a follow-up CT scan in three months. I am feeling v...

Discomfort in the left chest? Recently, I've been experiencing a tight sensation in my left chest that usually lasts for only two to three seconds, or sometimes just one second, similar to the feeling of a skipped heartbeat when startled. I have consulted a cardiologist, but...