Understanding Pulmonary Fibrosis and Calcification: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery
Lobar fibrotic calcification of the lungs? What are the causes? Can it be cured with treatment? How is it treated? Dear Dr. Jiang, My mother is 74 years old. Recently, during a health check-up, an X-ray revealed the presence of pulmonary lobe fibrotic calcification. May I ask yo...
Dr. Jiang Rongren Reply:
General fibrotic calcification is a scar resulting from chronic inflammation, which can be monitored. However, it cannot exclude conditions such as tuberculosis or interstitial lung disease. Therefore, it is recommended that the patient visit a pulmonology clinic for examination ...[Read More] Understanding Pulmonary Fibrosis and Calcification: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery
Understanding Moderate Restrictive Ventilatory Impairment: Causes and Management
Moderate restrictive ventilatory impairment? Dear Dr. Yang: I underwent a pulmonary function test during my health check-up, and the report indicates that I have moderate restrictive ventilatory impairment. What does this mean? Do I need treatment or follow-up?
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello Ross, pulmonary function tests are helpful in understanding whether there are any obstructive issues with ventilation. Generally, they can be classified into (1) obstructive ventilatory disorders, which include asthma, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and bronchiectasis, and ...[Read More] Understanding Moderate Restrictive Ventilatory Impairment: Causes and Management
Understanding Bilateral Pulmonary Fibrosis and Calcification: Severity Explained
What is bilateral pulmonary fibrotic calcification? What does bilateral pulmonary fibrotic calcification mean, and is this condition serious?
Dr. Zhang Zhengda Reply:
Miss Mosquito: Q: What is bilateral pulmonary fibrotic calcification, and is this condition serious? A: After the treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis, lesions may sometimes leave behind some marks, which is referred to as pulmonary fibrosis. It's similar to how a cut on the ...[Read More] Understanding Bilateral Pulmonary Fibrosis and Calcification: Severity Explained
Impact of Alcohol and Smoking on Lung Fibrosis: Exercise Guidelines
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate I apologize for the inconvenience. May I ask another question? My doctor advised me not to drink alcohol or smoke. What effects would exposure to these substances have on a patient with pulmonary fibrosis and calcification?...
Dr. Zhang Zhengda Reply:
Mr. Mosquito: Q: What is the impact of drinking alcohol and smoking on patients with pulmonary fibrosis and calcification? A: There is generally no direct impact. Q: Is it acceptable to engage in light exercise, such as jogging or practicing basketball, since my doctor advised ag...[Read More] Impact of Alcohol and Smoking on Lung Fibrosis: Exercise Guidelines
Understanding Pulmonary Fibrosis: Causes, Treatments, and Transplant Options
Treatment for pulmonary fibrosis? My father sought medical attention in June of this year due to persistent coughing. After undergoing a chest X-ray and biopsy, he was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis. Initially, he was able to breathe independently, but gradually he required su...
Dr. Jiang Zhenyuan Reply:
Mr. Li: Pulmonary fibrosis is often caused by changes resulting from the treatment of other diseases, such as tuberculosis. Some patients may develop pulmonary fibrosis without any obvious contributing factors as they age. Since your father is experiencing respiratory failure and...[Read More] Understanding Pulmonary Fibrosis: Causes, Treatments, and Transplant Options
Understanding Left Lower Lobe Pulmonary Fibrosis: Causes, Effects, and Treatment
What is left lower lobe fibrosis? Left lower lobe fibrosis refers to the formation of scar tissue in the lower lobe of the left lung. This condition can lead to a reduction in lung function, causing symptoms such as shortness of breath, chronic cough, and decreased exercise toler...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Fibrosis in the right lower lung may be a result of previous inflammation, such as pneumonia or other inflammatory responses. It is typically a benign reaction. To determine if it has any significant impact, further examination is necessary. Please consult a pulmonologist for fur...[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Lobe Pulmonary Fibrosis: Causes, Effects, and Treatment
Understanding Pulmonary Fibrosis and Calcium Deposits: When to Seek Help
Fiber calcium Pulmonary suspected fibrotic calcification indicates the presence of calcified lesions in the lung tissue, which may suggest previous infections, such as tuberculosis, or other chronic lung conditions. It is important to consult a pulmonologist for further evaluatio...
Dr. Jiang Zhenyuan Reply:
Suspected pulmonary fibrotic calcification is an opacity observed on a chest X-ray. The physician determines that it is not active and is a remnant of a previous lung disease. It is advisable to consult a pulmonologist for the interpretation of the X-ray to confirm the diagnosis.[Read More] Understanding Pulmonary Fibrosis and Calcium Deposits: When to Seek Help