Understanding Spontaneous Pneumothorax: Risks of Wearing Protective Masks
Spontaneous pneumothorax I am currently an active-duty military member, but I experienced a spontaneous pneumothorax before enlisting. During training exercises, I have to wear a protective mask, which makes me feel quite uncomfortable and gives me a sensation of wanting to breat...
Dr. Xu Jialin Reply:
Previous occurrences of pneumothorax do not affect respiratory function and do not typically result in feelings of breathlessness. However, patients with a history of pneumothorax should be vigilant for signs of recurrence. Therefore, if you experience significant chest pain and ...[Read More] Understanding Spontaneous Pneumothorax: Risks of Wearing Protective Masks
Understanding Pneumothorax: Recovery Time and Pain Management Tips
Pneumothorax I visited a traditional Chinese medicine clinic for acupuncture due to shoulder pain on August 31. After the treatment, I started experiencing chest pain. The next day, I consulted a cardiologist who performed an X-ray and diagnosed me with a pneumothorax. Since the ...
Dr. Zhang Zhengda Reply:
Hello: Acupuncture in the chest area is very dangerous and can often lead to pneumothorax. Common symptoms include chest pain and difficulty breathing. If the affected area is small, it can be monitored as it will typically reabsorb on its own within about two weeks. Pain relief ...[Read More] Understanding Pneumothorax: Recovery Time and Pain Management Tips
Understanding Pneumothorax: Symptoms, Risks, and Recovery Insights
The lung is punctured..? Hello Doctor, I am a patient with pneumothorax. My previous two episodes of left-sided pneumothorax were resolved with thoracoscopic surgery. However, the day before yesterday, I started feeling something unusual in my right chest. It's not a pain w...
Dr. Zhang Zhengda Reply:
Eric: Your issue is quite complex and may not be suitable for an online response. Generally speaking, recurrent pneumothorax typically requires surgical intervention. The symptoms of a pneumothorax primarily include shortness of breath and chest pain or discomfort. If the pneumot...[Read More] Understanding Pneumothorax: Symptoms, Risks, and Recovery Insights
Understanding Pneumothorax: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Seek Help
Pneumothorax I am a poor student who previously studied abroad. During my first episode of pneumothorax, I was unaware of my condition and ended up sleeping for two to three days. At that time, I didn't have insurance, and as you know, a trip to the hospital or calling an am...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello Justmike: After recovering from a pneumothorax, it is common to experience occasional chest pain during periods of physical exertion, changes in weather, or increased mental stress. Generally, pain relief medication should only be taken when the pain is severe. If you exper...[Read More] Understanding Pneumothorax: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Recurrent Pneumothorax: Do You Need Surgery?
Pneumothorax twice? Hello Dr. Chang, I have experienced two episodes of pneumothorax in my right chest, but neither required chest tube insertion; both times I recovered at home. However, after browsing some medical websites, I found that doctors recommend surgery after a second...
Dr. Zhang Zhengda Reply:
Mr. A-Jun: Pneumothorax in young individuals typically occurs only once, but some may experience recurrent episodes. Generally speaking, among patients who have had more than one occurrence, at least one-third will have another episode. Therefore, for those with recurrent pneumot...[Read More] Understanding Recurrent Pneumothorax: Do You Need Surgery?
Understanding Pneumothorax: Risks and Surgical Options for Elderly Patients
Pneumothorax Hello Doctor: My grandfather is 74 years old. He has a history of tuberculosis, but he has mostly recovered after treatment. Recently, he experienced chest tightness, and after examination, it was found to be a pneumothorax. He underwent tube insertion for treatment,...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello Jill: Your grandfather is 74 years old and has experienced a recurrence of pneumothorax twice. Typically, the first consideration would be to administer medication into the pleural cavity for pleurodesis. If that fails, surgical intervention may be considered. Additionally,...[Read More] Understanding Pneumothorax: Risks and Surgical Options for Elderly Patients
Understanding Chest Pain: Is It Pneumothorax or Something Else?
Experiencing chest pain only when sneezing or during deep breathing does not necessarily indicate a pneumothorax? Hello Dr. Yang: I am unsure if the discomfort is due to frequent basketball collisions during high school, but since college, I have experienced a feeling of tightnes...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello, based on your chest X-ray results, there is over a 90% chance that there are no issues with your lungs. Considering your young age, it is unlikely that there are any significant pulmonary pathologies. It is possible that you are experiencing costochondritis or what Traditi...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Is It Pneumothorax or Something Else?
Understanding Pneumothorax: Causes, Risks, and Treatment Options
Pneumothorax Doctor, I have a question. My brother (20 years old, male) experienced chest pain after taking a cold shower one night. Since it was late, he didn't tell us and waited until the morning to inform us. After he was examined at the hospital, the doctor said he has ...
Dr. Zhang Zhengda Reply:
Hello: Most young patients with pneumothorax have congenital alveolar rupture, which is unrelated to nasal allergies. The necessity for surgery must be clinically determined by a physician based on the severity of the pneumothorax, the potential for recovery, and whether there is...[Read More] Understanding Pneumothorax: Causes, Risks, and Treatment Options
Understanding Tracheal Deviation: Causes and Implications in Thoracic Medicine
Tracheal shift Hello, I would like to ask in what disease conditions the tracheal branches may deviate to the left or right in the human body. Please explain in terms of the left and right sides. Thank you!
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Conditions that can cause the tracheal branches to deviate to the left or right are as follows: 1. Deviation to the left: for example, a mass lesion on the right side causing volume increase, such as significant right pleural effusion, large right-sided pneumothorax pushing to th...[Read More] Understanding Tracheal Deviation: Causes and Implications in Thoracic Medicine
Post-Pneumothorax Surgery: Risks, Exercise, and Lifestyle Tips
After surgery for pneumothorax Hello Dr. Yang: What are the potential complications after surgery for pneumothorax? What types of exercises are recommended, and is smoking allowed? How can recurrence be prevented? Does pneumothorax cause shortness of breath?
Dr. Ding Liangwen Reply:
Hello, due to system issues a few days ago, I am responding to your question now. First, I believe you are referring to spontaneous pneumothorax. Generally, during the first occurrence of spontaneous pneumothorax, surgery is not necessarily required; however, after the second occ...[Read More] Post-Pneumothorax Surgery: Risks, Exercise, and Lifestyle Tips
Understanding Chest Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Chest pain I have been experiencing occasional pain in my right chest over the past year. Recently, the pain has shifted to the center of my chest, and sometimes I also feel some discomfort in my left chest. The pain is a dull ache, almost like a feeling of pressure. Additionally...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: 1. There are many possible causes of chest pain, such as angina, gastrointestinal issues, pulmonary diseases (such as pneumothorax), pleural diseases, strains, etc. Without further information, it is difficult to make a definitive diagnosis, so it is recommended to follow ...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Spontaneous Pneumothorax: Treatment Options and Concerns
Pneumothorax Hello, doctor. I have a question I would like to ask you, and I hope you can guide me. I am currently 22 years old, weighing 60 kg, and standing 175 cm tall. I am a student. From mid-last year to the end of last year, I experienced three episodes of spontaneous pneum...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Mr. Ignorance: Hello! 1. There is no medication to treat pneumothorax; surgical intervention is required. 2. Spontaneous pneumothorax usually has no specific cause, but there are a few precautions to consider: <1> Avoid smoking. <2> Avoid actions that increase intrath...[Read More] Understanding Spontaneous Pneumothorax: Treatment Options and Concerns
Understanding Procedure Pneumothorax: Symptoms and Insights Explained
Inquiry Hello, doctor. Could you please explain what "procedure pneumothorax" is? What are its symptoms? Thank you for your clarification.
Dr. Ke Zhengchang Reply:
Reply to Xiao Zhao: During hospitalization, if a patient experiences pleural effusion drainage or central venous catheter placement, pneumothorax may occasionally occur. Typically, it is a small amount, but if it is a large pneumothorax, chest tube drainage is necessary, which is...[Read More] Understanding Procedure Pneumothorax: Symptoms and Insights Explained
Symptoms and Aftereffects of a Pulmonary Puncture: What to Expect
What symptoms can be expected from a pneumothorax? If there is a perforation in the lung, what symptoms might occur and are there any potential long-term effects? Thank you!
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello, Miss Hsiao-Chen. Regarding the term "pulmonary perforation" you mentioned, it is not a recognized medical term. A more accurate condition might be a pulmonary cavity or a rupture in the pleura causing air to escape into the pleural cavity, leading to what is know...[Read More] Symptoms and Aftereffects of a Pulmonary Puncture: What to Expect
Understanding Chest Pain and Shortness of Breath: When to Seek Help
Chest pain and shortness of breath? I am experiencing this situation for the first time today, and it has lasted for about 4 hours. I feel pain in the middle of my ribs (internally), and I have difficulty breathing deeply and bending over. Drinking something helps a bit, but afte...
Dr. Zhang Zhengda Reply:
Dear online friend, I am pleased to assist you. Hearing about your pain, I can almost feel your suffering. Therefore, as soon as I returned to the hospital, I wanted to promptly address your symptoms of chest pain and difficulty breathing, which raise suspicion of pneumothorax. P...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain and Shortness of Breath: When to Seek Help
Understanding Pneumothorax: Treatment Options and Expert Advice
Pneumothorax I would like to ask about my brother, who is currently serving in the military. Last week, he suddenly experienced chest pain and later underwent an examination in Yilan. The doctor recommended immediate hospitalization for surgery, as the X-ray results indicated bil...
Dr. Jiang Zhenyuan Reply:
The symptoms of pneumothorax often include sudden chest pain. My brother was diagnosed with bilateral pneumothorax during an examination in Yilan, and the hospital recommended surgery, likely due to clinical judgment indicating that surgery was necessary to prevent potential risk...[Read More] Understanding Pneumothorax: Treatment Options and Expert Advice
Understanding Pneumothorax: Symptoms, Causes, and Diagnosis
Suspected pneumothorax Hello, doctor: Since I was in junior high school, I have occasionally experienced difficulty breathing, which I initially thought was due to nasal congestion. However, during high school, it seemed to worsen, and I have been experiencing intermittent pain i...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
This condition is not a pneumothorax, which refers to the presence of air in the pleural cavity, causing chest pain and shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. The symptoms you described are rather nonspecific. It would be advisable to visit a hospital with a thoracic depart...[Read More] Understanding Pneumothorax: Symptoms, Causes, and Diagnosis
Understanding Pneumothorax: Risks of Acupuncture for Back Pain
Emphysema Hello Director Chang: Recently, I came across a medical news article stating that several patients in Taoyuan experienced back pain and, due to improper acupuncture treatment, inadvertently injured the pleura, leading to pneumothorax. Their pain worsened, prompting them...
Dr. Zhang Zhengda Reply:
1. Emphysema is a syndrome of reduced lung function, which is a natural phenomenon of aging in humans. The natural destruction of alveoli is irreversible, but maintenance can slow down the damage. Therefore, asymptomatic patients should pay attention to fresh air intake and avoid...[Read More] Understanding Pneumothorax: Risks of Acupuncture for Back Pain