Why Does My Throat Itch and Cause Coughing While Eating?
Experiencing throat irritation and coughing while eating? Hello Doctor: For the past few months, I have been experiencing sudden and intense itching in my throat, accompanied by severe coughing. It feels like there is an increase in mucus in my throat, which leads me to constantl...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Cindy: You have issues with post-nasal drip and gastroesophageal reflux, which can lead to a persistent cough that is difficult to treat. As for the choking cough, the esophagus and trachea are very close together, and when swallowing food, the trachea can be affected by tem...[Read More] Why Does My Throat Itch and Cause Coughing While Eating?
Chest Tightness and Pain: Could It Be Early Lung Cancer?
Chest pain and lung cancer? Hello doctor, this month I have been experiencing occasional feelings of tightness and dull pain in my left chest, without a fixed point of pain (sometimes it occurs in the right chest as well). Occasionally, it is accompanied by palpitations, but it i...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Early-stage lung cancer usually has no symptoms. Your symptoms seem more like nerve pain. Learning to relax and getting plenty of rest should help improve your condition![Read More] Chest Tightness and Pain: Could It Be Early Lung Cancer?
Understanding Persistent Cough: Is It Asthma or Something Else?
Persistent cough that does not resolve? Hello, doctor. Last year, I experienced severe coughing that made me feel like vomiting, and I sought medical attention in the pulmonary department, where I was diagnosed with cough-variant asthma. After using the medication prescribed by t...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Although the current symptoms do not resemble an asthma attack, having been previously diagnosed with asthma, it is still necessary to have regular follow-ups and treatment with a pulmonologist![Read More] Understanding Persistent Cough: Is It Asthma or Something Else?
Coughing After Meals: Understanding Your Symptoms and Solutions
Coughing after eating? Hello Dr. Yang, for the past two to three weeks, I have been experiencing occasional coughing. In the morning after I wake up, I feel fine, but after having breakfast, I start to cough. After eating, I feel like there is phlegm in my throat that I want to c...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It seems more like bronchitis; I recommend seeing a pulmonologist.[Read More] Coughing After Meals: Understanding Your Symptoms and Solutions
Understanding Tightness Between the Collarbones: Causes and Solutions
Feeling tightness in the middle of the clavicle? Hello Doctor, I consulted you about my trachea issues last April. Since then, I have been experiencing intermittent tightness in the middle of my clavicle, sometimes lasting a day and other times for several days, which is very unc...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Dear Wenwen: Based on your description of discomfort near the throat, in addition to respiratory issues, we should also rule out post-nasal drip, gastroesophageal reflux, and autonomic nervous system disorders. At the hospital, you can first undergo a pulmonary function test and ...[Read More] Understanding Tightness Between the Collarbones: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Chest Pain: Differentiating Between Costochondritis and Other Conditions
Mediastinal tumor? Lung cancer? Costochondritis? I was born in 1984 and have been working in an office for six years. I have been troubled by chronic nasal allergies, but I generally do not have any major health issues. I play basketball regularly, averaging about 3-4 times a wee...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: After spending so much time describing your painful experiences, I can understand your anxiety and suffering. I would like to provide some preliminary responses and suggestions regarding your final question, point 13: 1. What is wrong with me? Based on your symptoms, the...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Differentiating Between Costochondritis and Other Conditions
Understanding Chest Pain, Breathing Issues, and Throat Nodules
Chest pain, difficulty breathing, and throat nodules? Hello Doctor: 1. I have been experiencing chest pain and tightness since February of last year. It doesn't hurt when I walk normally, but I feel a sharp pain when I puff out my chest or exert pressure on my chest, with ...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Your questions are summarized as follows: 1. Rib dislocation is rare unless there is significant external impact. 2. It usually does not have a major impact on normal breathing. 3. A laryngeal nodule, unless large, typically does not affect breathing. 4. For gastroesophage...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain, Breathing Issues, and Throat Nodules
Chest Pain Between Nipples: Possible Causes and Concerns
Tenderness in the middle of the chest? I experience pain when pressing about 3 centimeters towards the center from both nipples, with the left side being more pronounced, feeling like a bruised pain. The pain is manageable when standing, but becomes more noticeable when lying dow...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Allergic reactions in the nose can worsen with exposure to pet dander or cold weather. It is recommended to wear a mask and maintain good ventilation. As for the tenderness in the costal cartilage of the chest, it is advised not to press on it to test for pain. It will nat...[Read More] Chest Pain Between Nipples: Possible Causes and Concerns
Persistent Chest Pain and Throat Issues: Seeking Answers for Chronic Symptoms
Chest pain, sore throat, and difficulty breathing? I have been smoking for 14 years, and I experience pain in the center of my chest whenever I expand my chest. Deep breathing also causes discomfort, and my breathing feels labored. However, X-rays and electrocardiograms have show...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: First, it is important to confirm that you have quit smoking. Has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) been diagnosed through an endoscopy? Please take antacids as prescribed, and avoid sweet foods, greasy items, fried foods, and traditional Chinese medicinal soups. It i...[Read More] Persistent Chest Pain and Throat Issues: Seeking Answers for Chronic Symptoms
Persistent Cough: When to Seek Medical Attention and Which Specialist to Consult
Persistent cough that does not resolve? Hello, doctor. I have been coughing for the past few months. I have visited three clinics and taken medication, but I haven't felt any improvement. The cough doesn't seem to be due to a cold; rather, it starts with an itchy throat...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to consult a pulmonologist for evaluation![Read More] Persistent Cough: When to Seek Medical Attention and Which Specialist to Consult
Left Chest Pain When Coughing: Causes and Concerns Explained
Left chest pain when coughing? Hello Doctor, I have a question to ask. I do not smoke or drink alcohol, and as a software engineer, my work environment does not expose me to harmful gases. I usually do not cough, but occasionally I experience a scratchy throat or cough reflexiv...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: The chest X-ray shows only calcifications, indicating a past lung inflammation that has healed, leaving small scars. Currently, there are no active pulmonary lesions! Forceful coughing may cause pleuritic pain due to irritation of the pleura surrounding the lungs. Finding ...[Read More] Left Chest Pain When Coughing: Causes and Concerns Explained
Persistent Cough: Seeking Solutions for Ongoing Symptoms
Persistent cough Hello Doctor: My mother has been coughing for 2-3 months. At first, we thought it was a cold and visited an ENT clinic, but the cough persisted. The main symptom is a dry cough, accompanied by a tickling sensation in her throat, with episodes lasting 2-3 minutes ...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: My mother has undergone a chest X-ray, which did not reveal any significant abnormalities. It seems more like an issue of bronchial hyperreactivity. We will first have a pulmonologist assess for asthma. If there is no improvement after adjusting the medication for two week...[Read More] Persistent Cough: Seeking Solutions for Ongoing Symptoms
Persistent Cough: Seeking the Right Specialist for Diagnosis and Treatment
Persistent cough Hello Doctor: My mother has been coughing for over two months. We initially thought it was a cold, but there has been no improvement. She has visited a pulmonologist and undergone a chest X-ray and auscultation to check for any abnormal lung sounds. The doctor pr...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: If there is no improvement after taking the medication, please consult a pulmonologist for further evaluation and treatment.[Read More] Persistent Cough: Seeking the Right Specialist for Diagnosis and Treatment
Chronic Cough: Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Effective Treatment
Chronic cough, persistent cough not resolving 2 (ID #130047) Hello Dr. Yang, I've been very busy with school lately, and my persistent cough has severely affected my daily routine and academic performance. It took me a while to find time to read your response. My chest X-ra...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: I understand your current concerns, and here is a brief response: 1. Please consider having another chest X-ray. If the physician agrees, arrange for pulmonary function tests to clarify the causes of any lung parenchymal disease and ventilation impairment. 2. A regular ...[Read More] Chronic Cough: Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Effective Treatment
Chronic Cough: Understanding Persistent Symptoms and Seeking Solutions
Chronic cough, persistent cough that does not resolve? Hello, Doctor: (The following content is a bit long; thank you for your patience!) This year, I have once again relapsed with my chronic issue: coughing. I remember being frequently ill since the first grade of elementary sch...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: The chest X-ray is normal, which rules out pulmonary infections, tuberculosis, and parenchymal lung diseases such as bronchiectasis. However, it does not exclude tracheal hypersensitivity or asthma, especially since your response to bronchodilators is not significant. I am...[Read More] Chronic Cough: Understanding Persistent Symptoms and Seeking Solutions
Understanding Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Chest pain issues? Hello Doctor: The night before last, I had a slight cough due to an itchy throat, and then I started to feel a tight pain in my left chest. The pain persisted throughout the next day, but it seemed to be more pronounced with certain positions. This morning when...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: If there are no symptoms, no asthma, the likelihood of a pneumothorax is quite low. However, to rule out the possibility of a pneumothorax, a chest X-ray is still necessary.[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Subpleural Lung Infiltrates: Causes and Follow-Up Care
Pulmonary infiltration Hello Doctor, I underwent a full-body MRI check-up last August due to discomfort, and there were some areas that needed follow-up. One finding was a 1.3 cm subpleural pulmonary infiltration in the right lower lobe, which was suggested to possibly be due to ...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
A 1.3 cm subpleural pulmonary infiltrate is likely just a remnant from a past inflammation and should not be directly related to the current symptoms. It is recommended to first follow up with a pulmonology clinic to assess whether further evaluation (such as a CT scan) is necess...[Read More] Understanding Subpleural Lung Infiltrates: Causes and Follow-Up Care
Intermittent Blood in Sputum: Causes and When to Seek Help
Occasional blood in the sputum? At the end of August, I started to have some brownish sputum, sometimes with a few blood spots. I consulted an ENT specialist who performed an endoscopy and found that my throat and nasopharynx were normal. A week later, I began to experience a sor...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: 1. A follow-up chest X-ray can be performed; if hemoptysis persists, a bronchoscopy may be considered. Please consult a pulmonologist. 2. If the focus is solely on the lungs, a low-dose computed tomography (CT) scan can be done (but it will be out-of-pocket). The downside ...[Read More] Intermittent Blood in Sputum: Causes and When to Seek Help
Persistent Dry Cough for Two Months: Causes and Solutions
A dry cough has persisted for nearly two months? Hello doctor, I haven't had a cold, but a few months ago it was very hot, and after drinking cold beverages for two or three consecutive days, I started experiencing a dry cough every day. Initially, it was just a slight itch ...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: Please see a pulmonologist as soon as possible and get a chest X-ray. The pulmonologist will inform you of the next steps afterward. Best regards.[Read More] Persistent Dry Cough for Two Months: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Intermittent Cough After Cold Recovery: Causes and Insights
Intermittent cough Hello Dr. Zhou, Last year, I had a cold that resulted in a severe cough. After taking medication, most of the cold symptoms have resolved, and the cough has improved, but I still experience mild dry coughing occasionally. Additionally, since that cold a year a...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of chronic cough, and a diagnosis should be made by a physician. Please visit a pulmonology clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Cough After Cold Recovery: Causes and Insights