Other, Pulmonology FAQ - Page 6

Pulmonary nodule measuring 0.6 cm? Hello, doctor! Recently, a health check at my company revealed a shadow in my lungs, and a CT scan at a major hospital confirmed a 0.6 cm nodule in my right lung. The doctor suggested that I observe it for three months and then have another CT s...

Persistent cough that does not resolve? The patient was diagnosed with a fever around February 1, lasting for three days. After taking medication for one week, there was slight improvement, but the cough persisted. On February 8, the patient took a traditional Chinese medicine (T...

Itchy throat and cough? The definition of a persistent cough is typically a cough that lasts for more than eight weeks in adults. In your mother's case, if she has been coughing three to four times each morning for the past two weeks, it may not yet meet the clinical definit...

Tuberculosis-related issues? Hello, Doctor! My father was diagnosed with open pulmonary tuberculosis in 2020 and was hospitalized for nearly a year for treatment. After that, both my mother and my daughter tested positive and received preventive medication. I, myself, tested nega...

Staging of Lung Cancer Pathology Report Hello Doctor, I have reviewed my father's pathology report after his left lung pneumonectomy. Since he underwent neoadjuvant therapy (chemotherapy + immunotherapy) prior to surgery, the post-operative staging indicates T0N1. The thorac...

Asthma with tongue ulceration? The patient used the inhaler for the first time last night, taking one puff each, and has been using it for about four to five days. Initially, there was some improvement in the cough, but yesterday morning, the cough worsened unexpectedly. Addition...

Low-dose computed tomography results? Hello, doctor. Two years ago, I underwent a low-dose computed tomography (CT) scan, which showed no visible lung nodules, but there were areas of atelectasis or fibrotic bands in the right middle lobe, left lower lobe, and lingula. No obvious...

Pharmaceutical treatment for pulmonary atrophy symptoms? I previously received a misdiagnosis from a cardiologist and was prescribed sedatives, after which I experienced shortness of breath for two years. However, since November of this year, my breathing has improved somewhat, b...

The concerns of pulmonary nodules? Hello, Director Huang. I was diagnosed with stage I nasopharyngeal carcinoma in January 2022. A PET scan showed normal lungs, but during a follow-up CT in December 2022, a 0.8 x 1.3 mm oval non-solid nodule was found in the right lung. A broncho...

Intermittent chest tightness or discomfort? Hello Doctor, I experience episodes of uncomfortable chest tightness and pain every once in a while, usually occurring at night while resting. This happens about two to three times a year, with intervals sometimes exceeding six months, ...

Hello, Director? Hello, Director Huang. I was hospitalized for pneumonia in December and was discharged after completing the antibiotic treatment. The pulmonology department referred me to cardiology for evaluation due to a heart murmur. I went for a follow-up appointment with th...

Questions related to pulmonary tuberculosis? Hello, Doctor! My father was diagnosed with open pulmonary tuberculosis in 2020 and was hospitalized for nearly a year for treatment. After that, both my mother and my daughter tested positive and received preventive medication. I, mys...

Hello, Director Huang. I have been experiencing pain after a recent car accident? On January 28, I went to the emergency room after a car accident. Besides external bruises, I experienced left-sided chest pain rated around 2 to 4 out of 10. The pain felt like it was on the surfac...

Chest X-ray report - Increased pulmonary markings? Hello Dr. Huang, I recently received a chest X-ray report with the following findings. Are there any specific issues I should be concerned about? It mentions increased lung markings; could this be related to the cough and sputum ...

Lower back pain? Hello, I am diagnosed with stage 3B lung adenocarcinoma and currently undergoing treatment with Alectinib. Recently, I have been experiencing lower back pain and discomfort around my buttocks. The pain is not severe, but it can be uncomfortable during movement, a...

Computed Tomography (CT) Scan for Pulmonary Nodules Hello, Doctor. In May 2021, I had a CT scan. Summary: All information from the patient. Past medical history: Hypertension - , Diabetes Mellitus - , Coronary Artery Disease - , Asthma - , Surgical history - Personal history: Bet...

Mild pulmonary opacity? In mid-November, I experienced gastritis and gastroesophageal reflux, along with bronchitis and a cold. My weight dropped from 53 kg to around 48-49 kg in a short period. My family, who have been coughing for a long time, suggested that I might have pneumo...

Sudden cough lasting for one month? I have a history of nasal allergies. Last month, one night I suddenly felt an itch in my throat, and since then I've been coughing intermittently. I have never experienced these symptoms before. The cough is accompanied by a severe wheezin...

Complications of tuberculosis medication? Hello Dr. Wang, My father was diagnosed with tuberculosis in September of this year and has been undergoing treatment for three months. During his previous follow-up visits, his liver function tests were completely normal, but this time,...

Ground-glass nodules in the lungs? Hello doctor, I recently underwent a health check due to persistent dizziness, and it was discovered that I have a 1.2 cm cavitary ground-glass nodule in the right middle lobe of my lung. Although the report mentions that it could possibly be ca...