Persistent Thick Mucus in Throat: When to Seek Medical Advice?
Thick phlegm in the throat that is difficult to expel? Hello Dr. Chen: Six months ago, a health check revealed "peribronchial shadows." However, at that time, I had no unusual physical symptoms, and the doctor advised me not to worry too much and to continue monitoring....
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
It is recommended that you discuss the above situation with your attending physician to determine if further examinations are necessary. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Persistent Thick Mucus in Throat: When to Seek Medical Advice?
Chest Tightness, Sore Throat, and Eye Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Help
Chest tightness, sore throat, cough with sharp pain in the chest and throat, and bloodshot eyes? Hello Doctor, I started feeling chest tightness this week, along with a sore throat and occasional coughing. However, when I cough, both my chest and throat hurt sharply. I've be...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
It is advisable for you to discuss the above situation further with your attending physician. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Chest Tightness, Sore Throat, and Eye Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Lung Nodules and Breathing Issues: A Guide for Patients
Lung issues Hello Doctor, In the CT scan report from my physical examination, lung nodules were found in the right middle and lower lobes, along with mild bronchiectasis. The X-ray report indicated pulmonary infiltration and aortic sclerosis. I have also been experiencing chest...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: For lung issues, please follow up with the pulmonology department for re-evaluation. A biopsy is necessary to determine whether the condition is benign or malignant; the timing of the biopsy will be discussed with your attending physician. For sleep problems, it is recomme...[Read More] Understanding Lung Nodules and Breathing Issues: A Guide for Patients
Understanding Throat and Trachea Issues: Symptoms and Concerns
Throat and tracheal issues? Hello, doctor. I started experiencing a sore throat, fatigue, and very mild coughing around March 16. I have visited the clinic three times and have been taking antibiotics. As of today, March 28, my sore throat and other symptoms have mostly improved....
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It seems more like an allergy affecting the nasal cavity and trachea. It is recommended to drink plenty of water, and follow up with an otolaryngologist![Read More] Understanding Throat and Trachea Issues: Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Unexplained Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Unexplained chest pain? Hello Doctor: On the evening of March 22, I noticed a sharp pain in the upper left chest (about 7 cm below the clavicle, where I can feel the bone). The pain occurs intermittently, lasting about one second each time. A few times, I experienced pain when I ...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms are more indicative of neuropathic pain. Relaxing and relieving stress should help improve your condition. It would also be advisable to visit a pulmonologist for a chest X-ray to ensure there are no abnormalities in your heart and lungs, which would provide ...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Breathing Difficulties: What Could Be Causing Your Symptoms?
Respiratory issues Hello doctor, I have recently started experiencing difficulty breathing. I constantly feel like there is something in my trachea and throat, similar to phlegm. My lung capacity has not decreased, and there has not been any significant change in my weight or oth...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
It is recommended that you visit the pulmonology outpatient clinic to see if any relevant examinations are needed. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Breathing Difficulties: What Could Be Causing Your Symptoms?
Understanding Breathing Issues: When to See a Specialist for Diagnosis
Respiratory issues One night in late February, I suddenly felt a bit short of breath (wanting to take deep breaths, and after a few seconds, I would feel the urge to breathe deeply again). I experienced slight chest tightness, so I visited a pulmonologist. The doctor listened wit...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Confirm whether you have any life or work-related stress. Do not focus on your breathing rate. If you cannot improve, consider consulting a psychosomatic medicine specialist.[Read More] Understanding Breathing Issues: When to See a Specialist for Diagnosis
Understanding Lung CT Scan Results: What to Do Next?
Questions about pulmonary CT scans? A few days ago, my company conducted a health check, which included a lung CT scan. Later, the hospital called to inform me that a small white spot was detected in my lungs, but they couldn't clearly identify what it was. They suggested th...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
Hello, it is recommended that you go directly to the pulmonology clinic for the physician to explain the abnormal results of your chest CT scan, without waiting for the report to be finalized. Of course, if you prefer, you can wait for the radiologist to complete the report and t...[Read More] Understanding Lung CT Scan Results: What to Do Next?
Frequent Chest Pain: Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Frequent chest pain? Hello Dr. Yang, I used to experience occasional left chest pain, but recently it has been happening frequently over the past few weeks. Sometimes the pain is intense, while other times it feels like a dull, tight sensation. The location of the pain is not alw...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: The likelihood of a myocardial infarction should be low, but there is concern about paroxysmal arrhythmia. It is recommended to see a cardiologist and also to learn stress relief techniques![Read More] Frequent Chest Pain: Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Understanding Shortness of Breath: Possible Causes and Solutions
Shortness of breath with a feeling of pressure in the lungs? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing shortness of breath quite frequently, especially when squatting or lying down. I had acupuncture last Friday, and this sensation started appearing afterward. Initially, I...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If there are weight issues that need to be managed, it is uncommon for a 24-year-old to have poor cardiopulmonary function. For other concerns, please consult your pulmonologist.[Read More] Understanding Shortness of Breath: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Deep Coughing and Dry Throat: Causes and Concerns
There is a sensation of phlegm in the respiratory tract, and it feels like the cough is very deep? Hello, Doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing frequent dry mouth and a dry throat. A few days ago, I even woke up in the middle of the night because of this, and drinking wat...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
Hello, a deep cough typically refers to a cough caused by bronchitis, which is a symptom of lower respiratory tract issues and differs from the upper respiratory infections associated with the common cold. There are many potential causes, such as viral or bacterial bronchitis, ga...[Read More] Understanding Deep Coughing and Dry Throat: Causes and Concerns
Feeling Breathless: Understanding Chest Discomfort and GERD Symptoms
Feeling of not being able to breathe? I have been feeling like I can't breathe properly lately, and my stomach is also uncomfortable with gastroesophageal reflux. I had an endoscopy, and my stomach was slightly red. The main issue is that for the past two weeks, whenever I l...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
Hello, your symptoms seem to be a series of issues caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Although the endoscopy appears to be not severe, it is easy to underestimate the severity of acid reflux. I recommend consulting a pulmonologist or a gastroenterologist for furthe...[Read More] Feeling Breathless: Understanding Chest Discomfort and GERD Symptoms
Rapid Deterioration of Lung Health in Cancer Patients: A Case Study
Rapid deterioration of suspected Pneumocystis pneumonia of unknown origin? Hello doctor, my mother is a stage I breast cancer patient and has been undergoing chemotherapy. Two weeks after her fourth chemotherapy session, she developed a fever. The doctor mentioned that she had so...
Dr. Wang Lanfeng Reply:
It is advisable for you to discuss the above-related medical conditions further with your attending physician. Wishing you good health![Read More] Rapid Deterioration of Lung Health in Cancer Patients: A Case Study
Understanding Non-Tuberculous Mycobacterium Abscessus: Treatment and Management Options
Non-tuberculous Mycobacterium Abscessus Hello Dr. Yang, my mother is 65 years old and has been living in Japan for over 30 years. Due to a persistent cough, she was diagnosed last month at a specialized hospital in Japan with a non-tuberculous mycobacterial infection caused by My...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Your mother likely had a culture of Nocardia species from her sputum about ten years ago. However, since her X-rays have been relatively stable, the clinical approach has been to monitor and follow up, as this bacterium is difficult to eradicate and has a high chance of re...[Read More] Understanding Non-Tuberculous Mycobacterium Abscessus: Treatment and Management Options
Understanding Diaphragm Thickening: Causes, Symptoms, and Lifestyle Adjustments
Diaphragmatic thickening Hello Doctor: I had a health check-up at the end of last month, and the report indicated "possible thickening of the left lower lung diaphragm." I would like to know what could cause this? What symptoms might appear? Could it lead to a serious i...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: The left diaphragm appears to be thickened, but this is typically an imaging finding and may not necessarily present with symptoms (please monitor for any gastrointestinal discomfort). It is recommended to have another X-ray in 2-3 months to check for any changes in the im...[Read More] Understanding Diaphragm Thickening: Causes, Symptoms, and Lifestyle Adjustments
Understanding Breathing Difficulties: Causes and Solutions
Lung issues Hello doctor, I recently noticed that I feel short of breath while singing, and I sometimes experience a bit of trembling during that time. I also find it easy to become breathless when walking or climbing stairs, and I feel a sense of chest tightness and difficulty b...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Poor vital capacity should not cause coughing. It is usually associated with bronchitis or bronchial allergies. It is recommended to visit a pulmonology clinic nearby for consultation.[Read More] Understanding Breathing Difficulties: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Lung CT Findings: What Do White Spots Mean?
Pulmonary CT scan ground-glass opacities? Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about my mother. During her chest X-ray, there were no abnormalities, and she did not exhibit any symptoms (she has been hoarse recently, but fortunately, a laryngoscopy revealed vocal cord nodules). ...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Without a pathological biopsy report, it is impossible to determine whether the small nodule is benign or malignant. If it is malignant, it indicates that metastasis has occurred, and the prognosis in three months is likely poor. If it is benign, the small nodule may decre...[Read More] Understanding Lung CT Findings: What Do White Spots Mean?
Understanding Pneumothorax: Recovery, Risks, and Travel Considerations
Complications after pneumothorax? Hello Doctor: I was in a car accident on October 20th, and it seems that the airbag deployed and impacted my chest, leading to a pneumothorax and collapse of my left lung. I was taken to the emergency room, where they performed intubation and dra...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: 1. Your condition is post-traumatic pneumothorax combined with hemothorax, not spontaneous pneumothorax. Unless your CT scan shows abnormal dilated alveoli (bullae) in the normal lung areas, it cannot be assumed that you have a chance of developing spontaneous pneumothorax...[Read More] Understanding Pneumothorax: Recovery, Risks, and Travel Considerations
Understanding Lung CT Findings: What Do the White Spots Mean?
Pulmonary CT scan reveals nodules? Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about my mother. When she had a chest X-ray, there were no abnormalities, but during a recent CT scan, round white spots were found near the pulmonary vessels. The doctor mentioned they are about 0.5 cm, bu...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If there is no family history of lung cancer, it is recommended to follow up with a chest X-ray every 3 to 6 months, and then a chest CT scan after one year. If there is a family history of lung cancer, it is advised to have a follow-up CT scan after six months. Best wishe...[Read More] Understanding Lung CT Findings: What Do the White Spots Mean?
Understanding Bronchial Health: Causes and Improvement Strategies
Poor bronchial health? Hello Dr. Yang: I previously visited a doctor due to a cough, and after an X-ray examination, it was found that my bronchi are in poor condition. I would like to ask you, Dr. Yang, since I do not smoke or have long-term exposure to secondhand smoke, and I a...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: "Bronchial issues" is a vague term and not an official diagnosis. It is recommended that you consult a pulmonologist or another specialist in pulmonary medicine for a clearer diagnosis. If you are currently coughing very little, you may choose to disregard it![Read More] Understanding Bronchial Health: Causes and Improvement Strategies