Throat, Pulmonology FAQ - Page 17

Cough and dry throat? When I have a cold, my throat feels uncomfortable and scratchy, and it itches, which makes me want to cough, but there's no phlegm and no nasal discharge. This has lasted for nearly two weeks. Drinking warm water helps reduce the urge to cough and makes...

Coughing up blood, chest pain, chest tightness, and phlegm? Hello Dr. Zhou: Four years ago, I underwent a biopsy for a lung nodule, which turned out to be fine! Since then, I have often had phlegm in my throat, and sometimes I feel chest tightness and difficulty breathing. Althou...

Persistent recurrent fever About three weeks ago, I experienced cold symptoms, including a sore and itchy throat, nasal congestion, mild fever, and muscle aches (ear temperature did not exceed 38.0°C). After visiting an otolaryngologist and starting medication, I began to develop...

Persistent recurrent low-grade fever? Three weeks ago, I experienced cold symptoms, including a sore and itchy throat, nasal congestion, mild fever, and muscle aches (ear temperature did not exceed 38.0°C). After visiting an ENT specialist, I started medication and began to devel...

The issue of pulmonary tuberculosis? Dear Doctor, I have been undergoing treatment for pulmonary tuberculosis for 11 weeks, which includes two months of a four-drug regimen and then two months with three drugs after removing PZA. From the first sputum test until a month ago, al...

Persistent bronchial mucus production? I have a persistent sensation of something stuck in my throat, and I've been wanting to clear my throat for about four months. I visited a doctor who prescribed me medication for my stomach, but after almost a month, there hasn't b...

Every year, when the weather turns cooler, it is common to experience dry cough and dry throat? Every year, when the weather turns cooler, I easily experience dry cough and dry throat. Do I need to see a doctor? This has been happening for several years now, whenever the temperat...

Experiencing chest pain when taking deep breaths? Hello, I would like to ask about my recent condition. I had a cold and fever, but I'm feeling a bit better now; I only have a cough and some phlegm. However, I've noticed that when I take deep breaths, I experience pain ...

Yellow purulent sputum Hello, doctor. This is my first visit: On August 21, I felt a slight itch in my throat and had a bit of a runny nose. I didn't want to infect my children at home, so I went to see a doctor. The doctor said I had pharyngitis. Second visit: On August 24,...

There is a lot of wheezing in the chest? Hello Doctor, this is my first visit: On August 21, I felt a slight itch in my throat, had a bit of a runny nose, and my voice changed. The doctor said it was pharyngitis. Second visit: August 24, I had thick yellow nasal discharge and a l...

Chronic slight phlegm in the throat? Hello, Dr. Yang! About six months ago, I had a cold, and since then, I have been experiencing persistent phlegm in my throat (not a lot, just a slight amount). Because of this, I often feel the need to clear my throat, but the phlegm is presen...

Sudden inability to breathe? Hello, I would like to describe my mother's symptoms. It started with a cough, and after seeing a doctor and taking medication, she continued to cough. Then she went to a pharmacy and bought a Japanese cough medicine, which she took for about two...

I feel a bit of tightness in my chest? I often feel a tightness in my chest, and sometimes my breathing feels restricted, especially when lying down. My nose occasionally feels congested, similar to having a stuffy nose. Could this be related to my habit of drinking cold beverage...

Itching near the throat and clavicle area? Hello Dr. Yang, About six months ago, I started experiencing an itchy sensation in my throat (near the clavicle). I have a history of allergic rhinitis and consulted an otolaryngologist who prescribed antihistamines, but the throat itch...

Acute bronchitis with hemoptysis? Recently, I sought medical attention due to severe coughing and a fever reaching 39°C. An X-ray revealed that I have acute bronchitis. After taking medication for a few days, my fever subsided, but I experienced vomiting after taking the medicati...

Bronchitis Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been experiencing a dry cough and hoarseness that fluctuates, along with dry mouth, after inhaling cold air. I visited a family physician, who diagnosed me with mild bronchitis through auscultation. After taking medication, the cough has...

Coughing in someone's face? Hello Dr. Yang: Today, while waiting for the bus at the bus stop, I turned to walk to the other side when a female passerby (or fellow passenger) directly coughed several times in front of me. From the sound, it seemed like she had phlegm, and she...

Tricky issue? Hello, Dr. Huang. During my military service, I had a cold and did not seek medical attention due to my duties, which eventually led to a severe case of tonsillitis. For the next two to three years, I frequently experienced tonsillitis or suppuration. After that, ev...

Cough with phlegm? I have a scratchy throat and a cough, and when I cough up phlegm, it's white with yellow. I also have sneezing but no nasal discharge, and I feel a bit congested. I had the same situation last year, went to the hospital for an X-ray and sputum tests, and c...

Chest X-ray examination Hello, doctor. I do not consume tobacco, alcohol, or betel nut. Previously, I mentioned that I occasionally notice blood streaks in my throat (not during coughing or expectoration), and I do not have any other obvious respiratory symptoms. I have undergone...