The Health Risks of Cooking Oil Smoke and PM2.5 Exposure
The impact of cooking oil smoke generating PM2.5 on health? Dr. Lin stated that cooking oil fumes and secondhand smoke are the main sources of indoor PM2.5. The harmful substances contained in cooking oil fumes are numerous and should not be underestimated in their impact on huma...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: The time you spend cooking differs significantly from that of an average housewife. Cooking methods such as frying without a range hood may increase exposure to cooking fumes, but most chefs do not develop cancer, so there is no need for excessive worry. Additionally, gene...[Read More] The Health Risks of Cooking Oil Smoke and PM2.5 Exposure
Understanding Lung Nodules: Insights from Chest X-Ray Reports
Health Report Hello Dr. Yang, I had a chest X-ray report during my company health check in 2016 that noted "suspected nodular lesion in the left lower lung, recommended outpatient follow-up." I went to the hospital for follow-up that year, and after the doctor marked it...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Due to the angle of the imaging, sometimes the findings are more pronounced and other times less so. Essentially, if the location is similar and there is no significant increase in size, there is no need for concern.[Read More] Understanding Lung Nodules: Insights from Chest X-Ray Reports
Understanding Chest Pain: Is It Related to Mitral Valve Prolapse?
Chest pain? Hello Doctor: In the past few days, I have been experiencing occasional sharp pain in my right chest. Although my menstrual cycle is irregular, I have already had my period this month, but I still feel a sense of fullness and tenderness in my breasts. I was diagnosed ...
Dr. Wu Yingxun Reply:
Hello: You can go to the pulmonology department for an X-ray examination and to the cardiology department for an evaluation, as it may be more indicative of neuropathic pain.[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Is It Related to Mitral Valve Prolapse?
Understanding Lung Nodules: Key Questions and Insights
Questions about pulmonary nodules? Hello doctor, my mother recently underwent a labor health examination, and one of the findings from the chest X-ray showed a nodular shadow measuring 8 mm near the left middle lung close to the hilum, with a borderline heart size. I found some m...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Sometimes, small nodules close to 1 centimeter can be seen on X-rays. It is recommended to follow up with a pulmonologist. If necessary, the physician will arrange for relevant tests or suggest a date for the next follow-up.[Read More] Understanding Lung Nodules: Key Questions and Insights
Understanding Persistent Cough and Blood in Sputum: Is It Lung Cancer?
I'm not sure what's wrong? In 2016, a family member was diagnosed with squamous lung cancer, despite having no history of smoking. They experienced six months of treatment, but unfortunately, it could not reverse the advanced malignant tumor that had metastasized. That ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Inquirer: If the chest X-ray is normal and you continue to have blood-tinged sputum, it is advisable to consult a pulmonologist for a bronchoscopy. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Cough and Blood in Sputum: Is It Lung Cancer?
Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and When to Seek Help
Chest tightness or chest pain? Hello Doctor, in the past few weeks, I've been experiencing a tight sensation in my chest. Although it doesn't reach the level of pain, I feel slightly uncomfortable when performing certain movements, as if it's constricted. Additiona...
Dr. Lu Mingzhi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it seems more like muscular nerve pain, but cardiac issues cannot be ruled out. I recommend getting an X-ray and arranging for cardiac-related examinations.[Read More] Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and When to Seek Help
Post-Surgery Hiccups: Understanding Symptoms After Lung Lobectomy
After a lobectomy, experiencing hiccups? Hello, doctor. My mother underwent a left lower lobectomy for a tumor in the left lower lobe at the beginning of November. The surgery was successfully completed, but she has been experiencing a sensation of needing to burp but being unabl...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you consult directly with the surgeon. Additionally, you should monitor for any gastrointestinal bloating or bowel movement issues, and you may seek an evaluation from a gastroenterologist.[Read More] Post-Surgery Hiccups: Understanding Symptoms After Lung Lobectomy
Understanding Tuberculosis Skin Test Results and Follow-Up Options
Subcutaneous Tuberculin Test On September 1st of this year, the first tuberculin skin test was negative, with normal blood tests and chest X-ray results. On November 3rd, the second skin test showed a result of 13mm, indicating a positive reaction. The health center issued a refe...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: 1. Blood tests can be performed to measure interferon-gamma release assays (IGRA) for decision-making. 2. The chance of misdiagnosis is low; it is not uncommon to have a negative result on the first test and a positive result on the second. 3. Prior vaccination with BCG ma...[Read More] Understanding Tuberculosis Skin Test Results and Follow-Up Options
Understanding Chest Tightness and Breathlessness: When to Seek Further Treatment
Chest tightness with a sensation of suffocation? Hello, doctor! Previously, I often experienced chest tightness and a sensation of suffocation. During a cardiology examination, I was found to have mitral and tricuspid valve prolapse, but I still feel short of breath. Therefore, t...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: The provided information is incomplete; it's unclear what the number 70 represents. If the pulmonologist has not treated it, it should not be serious. Please consult another pulmonologist, and if the answer is the same, it should not be serious.[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness and Breathlessness: When to Seek Further Treatment
Understanding Persistent Chest Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Please inquire about chest pain issues? Hello Doctor, the chest pain is located just below the clavicle, and there is some tenderness upon palpation. It has been intermittent for about three weeks. I initially thought it was due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and consu...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: It sounds a bit like fasciitis or chondritis. If the examinations by the pulmonology, cardiology, and gastroenterology departments show no issues, please consult an orthopedic or rehabilitation specialist.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Chest Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Concerns About Tuberculosis Exposure for Newborns: What You Need to Know
Contact with individuals suspected of having tuberculosis? Hello, I would like to ask about my mother, who is a long-term care worker taking care of a patient suspected of having tuberculosis. I am a postpartum mother and just learned today that my mother has been caring for a su...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: Contact with a tuberculosis patient does not necessarily mean that one is infected with the tuberculosis bacteria; a blood test for IGRA is needed to determine this. If infected, it does not guarantee that one will develop the disease; a chest X-ray or sputum test is requi...[Read More] Concerns About Tuberculosis Exposure for Newborns: What You Need to Know
Understanding Dirty Lungs: What Chest X-Ray Results Mean for You
Lung issues The chest X-ray showed that the lungs appear "dirty." What does this mean?
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: The presence of more prominent markings may indicate bronchitis or other conditions, but it could also simply be more visible blood vessels, which is actually normal. Please consult your attending physician for further clarification.[Read More] Understanding Dirty Lungs: What Chest X-Ray Results Mean for You
Understanding Air Hunger: Causes and Complications in Post-Operative Patients
Mouth breathing The patient is an approximately 80-year-old female who has undergone heart valve replacement surgery. Due to poor consciousness post-surgery, a tracheostomy was performed upon the physician's recommendation. During a recent visit, it was observed that she was...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Da-Ren: Please perform an arterial blood gas (ABG) test to assess oxygen saturation. Generally, there should not be any hypoxia unless there is significant cardiac or pulmonary dysfunction, which may lead to a lack of coordination between the brain and respiration. Please co...[Read More] Understanding Air Hunger: Causes and Complications in Post-Operative Patients
Concerns About Lung Nodules Detected in Right Upper Lung X-Ray
A pulmonary nodule is observed in the right upper lung on the chest X-ray? Hello, Doctor. I had a routine health check-up at the hospital on October 15th, and the report indicated that an X-ray examination revealed a pulmonary nodule or vascular shadow in the right upper lung. Si...
Dr. Zhang Ziyan Reply:
Hello, the X-ray has revealed a pulmonary nodule or vascular shadow in the right upper lung. Typically, these vascular shadows are located closer to the hilum (the central area of the lung), and there is a significant chance that it is a vascular shadow. Pulmonary nodules usually...[Read More] Concerns About Lung Nodules Detected in Right Upper Lung X-Ray
Managing Acute Asthma: Can You Work in a Cleanroom Environment?
Acute asthma attack Hello, Dr. Jian. I was recently hospitalized for a week due to acute asthma. Since last year, I have been experiencing recurrent episodes approximately every one to two months. I often have excessive phlegm and cough, and sometimes I struggle to breathe and ca...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: Theoretically, clean rooms have no direct relationship with asthma attacks, unless there are other chemical substances present in the clean room that could trigger asthma or latex allergies. It appears that asthma is poorly controlled, and it is advisable to consult a pulm...[Read More] Managing Acute Asthma: Can You Work in a Cleanroom Environment?
Understanding Pleural Thickening: Next Steps for Lung Health
Chest issues Hello, I had a chest X-ray on October 7, 2020, followed by a CT scan on October 14, 2020. The radiologist's report noted defined pleural thickening at the left apical lung, with the nature to be determined. Tumor growth cannot be completely ruled out. Comparing ...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: Without seeing the images, I cannot make a judgment. You can obtain a copy of all the imaging studies and consult another pulmonologist for a second opinion. Ultimately, the final decision on the management plan will need to be made by yourself.[Read More] Understanding Pleural Thickening: Next Steps for Lung Health
Understanding Right Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Pain on the right side of the chest when pressure is applied? Hello, doctor. About a month ago, I experienced dizziness, nausea, and occasional rapid heartbeat, so I went to the hospital for an examination. I underwent blood tests, an electrocardiogram, and X-rays. The doctor sai...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: Please first visit the pulmonologist for a chest X-ray examination, followed by a physical examination by the physician to determine the diagnosis and underlying cause. Further referrals will be made based on the pulmonologist's recommendations. Thank you. Sincerely, ...[Read More] Understanding Right Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Right Chest Pain: Causes and Management Tips
Sharp pain in the right chest during breathing? In the morning, upon waking up, I experience sudden pain in my right chest when taking a deep breath. Initially, I thought it was due to poor sleeping posture, but after two weeks, I noticed a sharp pain in my right chest again when...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: If both the chest X-ray and electrocardiogram are normal, it may indicate issues related to the chest wall, muscles, or nerves. If treatment is ineffective, consider seeking a second opinion from another pulmonologist for further evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Right Chest Pain: Causes and Management Tips
Managing Massive Hemoptysis in Patients with Bronchiectasis: A Case Study
Bronchiectasis with hemoptysis? On October 1st, during the Mid-Autumn Festival, my mother suddenly coughed up blood and then went into shock. She was taken to the emergency room, where treatment stopped the bleeding after two days. However, the doctor misdiagnosed her and prescri...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: If the bleeding originates from the left lower lung, surgical intervention is recommended. Please consult with a pulmonologist and a thoracic surgeon.[Read More] Managing Massive Hemoptysis in Patients with Bronchiectasis: A Case Study
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