Exploring Glyconutrients: Upcoming Medical Conference in Taipei
Medical Symposium Dear Doctor, I hope this message finds you well. Recently, I have met many patients and their families who have benefited from "glyconutrients." In November, there will be a medical seminar in Taipei on this topic. You are welcome to invite any intere...
Dr. Cai Fushun Reply:
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Essential Tips for Managing Chemotherapy in Small Cell Lung Cancer
Regarding chemotherapy for lung cancer? Recently, I went to the hospital for an examination, and the doctor said my father has metastatic small cell lung cancer, so he needs to undergo chemotherapy. I would like to know what to pay attention to during chemotherapy (for example, r...
Dr. Qu Changke Reply:
Hello, Anonymous: When treating small cell carcinoma with chemotherapy, it is essential to pay attention to the side effects of the chemotherapy drugs. Common side effects include ototoxicity, nephrotoxicity, neurotoxicity, nausea, vomiting, and cytopenias, among others, dependin...[Read More] Essential Tips for Managing Chemotherapy in Small Cell Lung Cancer
Understanding the Impact of Sedatives on Pneumonia and Asthma Management
Asthma caused by pneumonia? Dear Dr. Qu, I am a very helpless family member of a patient. My grandmother was admitted to a general hospital in Miaoli City on September 23rd due to unexplained abdominal pain. Initially, the doctors suspected peritonitis, so she underwent emergenc...
Dr. Qu Changke Reply:
Dear Spicy Sauce Teacher, Your questions all pertain to whether the treatment direction for the disease is appropriate and whether the active use of medications is suitable. Without knowing the names of the medications and the results of various examinations, and without having ...[Read More] Understanding the Impact of Sedatives on Pneumonia and Asthma Management
Understanding Tuberculosis: Risks, Treatment, and Prevention for Seniors
Pulmonary tuberculosis Dr. Chang: My grandfather, who is in the water, was recently diagnosed with tuberculosis. I have a few questions: 1. If it is severe, could it lead to lung cancer? 2. He is already in his 60s; will that affect his condition? 3. He has been raising pigeons a...
Dr. Zhang Zhengda Reply:
Dear Ms. Hsuan-Yu, Regarding your grandfather's tuberculosis issue: 1. Can severe tuberculosis lead to lung cancer? There is no direct relationship between tuberculosis and lung cancer. 2. He is already in his 60s; will that affect his condition? As long as he adheres to h...[Read More] Understanding Tuberculosis: Risks, Treatment, and Prevention for Seniors
Understanding Calcified Nodules in the Right Lower Lung: What You Need to Know
What is a calcified nodule in the right lower lobe of the lung? What are its potential effects? Hello Dr. Lee: I would like to ask you about the issue of a calcified nodule in the right lower lobe of the lung. My brother's recent chest X-ray report indicated that he has a ca...
Dr. Li Shiwei Reply:
Dear Fanny, The calcified nodule in the right lower lobe of the lung is a lesion left over from inflammation, possibly indicating calcification after the resolution of primary pulmonary tuberculosis. The pneumothorax is mostly spontaneous, resulting from the rupture of abnormal ...[Read More] Understanding Calcified Nodules in the Right Lower Lung: What You Need to Know
Managing Cat Allergies and Asthma: Finding Balance for Pet Lovers
Allergic asthma and cat ownership? Hello, my husband has allergic asthma and we have had a cat for a year. Initially, he experienced allergic reactions, but now it has improved significantly; he only experiences allergies occasionally when playing with the cat. However, his asthm...
Dr. Cai Fushun Reply:
Patients with asthma commonly experience the following symptoms: intermittent shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, and coughing, particularly during the night or early morning. Additionally, the following situations should also be considered indicative of asthma: exper...[Read More] Managing Cat Allergies and Asthma: Finding Balance for Pet Lovers
Managing Winter Asthma: Tips for Soldiers to Stay Healthy
Winter onset Hello, Doctor: I am about to serve my country (in the military), and I am concerned about my asthma issues. My asthma only occurs in the winter, and I do not experience any symptoms during the other three seasons. However, in winter, I often have attacks that require...
Dr. Li Shiwei Reply:
Hello, I apologize for the delay in responding to your questions. Asthma is caused by a combination of individual predisposition and environmental factors. Since it is related to personal constitution, this condition will accompany the patient throughout their life. Patients must...[Read More] Managing Winter Asthma: Tips for Soldiers to Stay Healthy
Exploring Outpatient Options for Silicosis Management
Is there an outpatient clinic for "pneumoconiosis"? My father has been diagnosed with "pneumoconiosis" (silicosis), and the doctor said there are no aggressive treatment options available; we can only monitor his condition for any deterioration before deciding...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Silicosis is caused by the long-term inhalation of silica, leading to lung damage due to its accumulation in the lungs. Currently, there is no specific method for removal; the focus is on minimizing other harmful factors (such as maintaining a healthy lifestyle and avoidin...[Read More] Exploring Outpatient Options for Silicosis Management
Understanding Pleural Effusion and Chest Pain: A Patient's Journey
Pleural effusion and chest pain? My mother had no prior history of lung issues. At the end of July this year, she accompanied my father to the Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital for an emergency visit, where they stayed in the emergency room all night. After returning home, she ...
Dr. Zhang Zhengda Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of pleural effusion, some of which are benign and others malignant (cancerous). It is important to conduct further examinations and follow-ups. If there is fever and the effusion resolves, the prognosis is generally more optimistic. Please discuss thi...[Read More] Understanding Pleural Effusion and Chest Pain: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Throat Inflammation: Its Connection to Tonsils and Lungs
Tonsil problems? Thank you, Dr. Yang, for your previous answers. I apologize for asking another question. The pulmonologist mentioned that I have a slight inflammation in my throat. Is this related to my lungs or tonsils? I haven't lost any weight; if I were to lose weight, ...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello, Xiao Ru: 1. Throat inflammation is more commonly associated with a general cold and sore throat, which everyone may experience and typically does not have a significant impact on the body. 2. When the tonsils are inflamed, they become red and swollen, and if the pain is s...[Read More] Understanding Throat Inflammation: Its Connection to Tonsils and Lungs
Understanding Pectus Excavatum: Eating Issues and Chest Pain Explained
Questions related to chest wall deformities (pectus excavatum)? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask a question. I am tall and thin with a noticeable pectus excavatum. Since middle school, I have experienced a sensation of wanting to vomit during meals (usually just expelling air,...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello, little thin one: Here are simple responses to your two questions: (1) Your eating habits and frequent belching are more related to the esophagus or stomach, and less related to pectus excavatum. (2) Chest pain may be a type of neuralgia and is not related to poor heart or ...[Read More] Understanding Pectus Excavatum: Eating Issues and Chest Pain Explained
Persistent Cough and Phlegm: Understanding Your Symptoms and Treatment Options
Coughing up phlegm Dear Dr. Jian, I have been coughing since a cold last year, and it has continued until June. During this time, I have visited many hospitals. Some doctors said it was bronchial allergy, while others diagnosed it as bronchitis. I experienced severe shortness of...
Dr. Jian Linzhen Reply:
Based on your medical history, it seems that in addition to simple bronchitis, allergic asthma should also be considered. I recommend scheduling a pulmonary function test and an allergy test at the outpatient clinic. Additionally, if you have allergic rhinitis accompanied by a ru...[Read More] Persistent Cough and Phlegm: Understanding Your Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Chest Pain: Insights on Lung Issues and Diagnosis
Painful breathing? Hello Doctor: At the beginning of this month, I went to the emergency room due to pain in my right chest while breathing. The doctor performed an X-ray but found no issues. An ultrasound also showed no problems. It was only during a CT scan that a shadow was di...
Dr. Zhang Zhengda Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of chest pain, including neuropathic pain, pleuritis, tumors, pneumonia, and more. A thorough examination is essential. If the examination results are inconclusive, it is generally advisable to start with anti-inflammatory treatment and observe the co...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Insights on Lung Issues and Diagnosis
Understanding Chest Indentation: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
What is the issue with a sunken chest? Hello, Doctor: I am a 17-year-old high school student! This issue has been bothering me for a long time. My chest is significantly sunken in! When I touch it, I can feel that the bone is completely recessed inward. I would like to ask if thi...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello, Xiao Bai: Your chest deformity (concave) is likely what is medically referred to as pectus excavatum. The deformity is quite severe, and in addition to aesthetic concerns, it can indeed affect lung capacity and cardiac function. Especially in middle age and beyond, the sym...[Read More] Understanding Chest Indentation: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Understanding Lung Issues: Insights on Tracheostomy and Fibrosis
Pulmonary disease issues Hello, Dr. Jian: 1. I underwent a tracheostomy in the intensive care unit of a teaching hospital during the New Year holiday in 2003 due to an emergency. I was on a ventilator for a whole month, then transferred to another ventilator unit where I stayed ...
Dr. Jian Linzhen Reply:
1. Some tracheostomy stomas may heal spontaneously while others may not, and they do not require suturing. 2. Suspect tracheoesophageal fistula. 3. Pulmonary fibrosis leads to decreased lung function. 4. Surgical resection is not necessary, but rehabilitation should be cont...[Read More] Understanding Lung Issues: Insights on Tracheostomy and Fibrosis
Persistent Cough After Cold: Causes and Solutions
Coughing issues? I would like to ask, about a week ago I caught a cold, but now I have been coughing continuously. I have taken medication, but it hasn't improved. Sometimes I cough to the point of feeling nauseous. Most of my phlegm is white, occasionally yellow, and I have...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Persistent cough after a cold may be due to increased sensitivity of the respiratory system, post-nasal drip, or other pulmonary diseases. Please consult a pulmonologist for further evaluation. Sincerely, Dr. Chou Tzu-Kuang, Department of Chest Medicine, Health Department.[Read More] Persistent Cough After Cold: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Lung Function Tests and Asthma Treatment in Taiwan
I have a question to ask? Hello, doctor: At the end of last year, I was hospitalized due to asthma triggered by a cold. During my hospitalization, I underwent pulmonary function tests. However, I was curious why I had to inhale the same substance multiple times before blowing int...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello Xiaofang: The substance you inhaled during the examination and the injection you received afterward are best clarified by your original attending physician. My personal speculation is that the substance you inhaled for the first time may have been a bronchial provocation ag...[Read More] Understanding Lung Function Tests and Asthma Treatment in Taiwan
Understanding Persistent Throat and Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Sore throat and chest tightness? In March of this year, I felt like there was always phlegm stuck in my throat, with increased saliva production, but I didn't cough much. The phlegm was white and clear, and somewhat thick. I initially thought it was just a cold and didn'...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Based solely on the described symptoms, it is difficult to make an accurate diagnosis; generally, coughs can be attributed to bronchial or pulmonary issues, but discomfort in the throat may also be caused by post-nasal drip or chronic irritation from gastroesophageal reflu...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Throat and Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Understanding White Spots on Lung X-rays: What You Need to Know
The chest X-ray shows white spots in the lungs? Hello doctor, my mother recently underwent a full health check-up at the hospital, and the X-ray results showed white spots in her lungs. The doctor mentioned that it could possibly be a tumor and advised her to return for a follow-...
Dr. Zhuang Ziyi Reply:
Hello: The chest X-ray shows that there are white spots in the lungs, and there are many possible diagnoses. The most likely conditions include calcified nodules left by tuberculosis, chronic pulmonary infections, benign tumors, and malignant tumors, among others. The definitive ...[Read More] Understanding White Spots on Lung X-rays: What You Need to Know
Understanding Cyfar21-1 Index in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Screening
Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) Dear Doctor, I had a health check-up and my CYFRA 21-1 level for non-small cell lung cancer was 3.07, which is close to the normal value of 3.3. Should I undergo further testing? What does a high value signify? Am I considered to be in a high-ri...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Tumor marker tests are currently only used as a reference for clinical diagnosis and should be interpreted in conjunction with other clinical examinations (such as chest X-rays). Further discussion with your pulmonologist is necessary. Sincerely, Dr. Chou Tzu-Kuang, Attend...[Read More] Understanding Cyfar21-1 Index in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Screening