Throat, Pulmonology FAQ - Page 9

Could this be phlegm? In the past two to three weeks, I have occasionally noticed blood streaks when I cough to clear my throat (but I don't feel the urge to cough and there is no phlegm; it's just a hard cough to clear my throat, and sometimes the liquid I expel from m...

Can asthma be diagnosed without a cough? Hello Doctor: I have a history of allergies, and both of my parents are allergic as well, but neither of them has asthma. I have had dermatitis and rhinitis since childhood, and I gradually developed urticaria. Recently, we got a dog at ho...

Allergy issues? I have a history of allergic rhinitis and dermatitis, and my dermatitis has already resolved. I used to eat seafood and nuts without any issues, but since moving to Japan, I've experienced itchy, mosquito bite-like welts or red, itchy spots on my hands after ...

After an asthma attack, there is often an itchy discomfort in the area of the neck near the collarbone? I had asthma as a child, and the last attack was twelve years ago. Recently, while organizing things at home, I experienced an asthma episode with wheezing. I consulted a docto...

The sensation of a foreign body in the chest, accompanied by itching and mild pain, could be attributed to several potential causes. These may include allergic reactions, respiratory infections, inflammation of the airways (such as bronchitis), or even conditions like gastroesoph...

Occasional mild pain near the spine on the right side of the back? Hello, doctor. While I was eating, my nose suddenly became very itchy, and I felt the urge to sneeze but couldn't. At that moment, I had taken a bite of white rice and felt like something had momentarily gone...

Sharp pain in different areas of the ribs? Two days ago, I experienced discomfort and sharp pain in my right chest while sleeping. The pain was particularly noticeable when pressing on my ribs, taking deep breaths, or lying on my right side. The condition improved around noon the...

Chest tightness issue? In recent years, I have frequently felt a sensation of chest tightness and consciously breathe through my mouth. Each time I breathe through my mouth, I experience a feeling of something being pushed open in my chest, which alleviates the tightness. Should ...

Chest pain and sensation of a foreign body in the throat? Hello, Doctor. A few weeks ago, I experienced symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux and consulted a gastroenterologist, who prescribed antacids. There has been some improvement, but I still occasionally feel slight pain on t...

Shortness of breath? I have a history of nasal allergies, but previously, nasal congestion did not affect my sleep. About a month ago, I experienced difficulty breathing for three to four consecutive days, which prevented me from falling asleep. I kept getting up to adjust my bre...

Thick phlegm in the throat that is difficult to expel? Hello Dr. Chen: Six months ago, a health check revealed "peribronchial shadows." However, at that time, I had no unusual physical symptoms, and the doctor advised me not to worry too much and to continue monitoring....

Chest tightness, sore throat, cough with sharp pain in the chest and throat, and bloodshot eyes? Hello Doctor, I started feeling chest tightness this week, along with a sore throat and occasional coughing. However, when I cough, both my chest and throat hurt sharply. I've be...

Lung issues Hello Doctor, In the CT scan report from my physical examination, lung nodules were found in the right middle and lower lobes, along with mild bronchiectasis. The X-ray report indicated pulmonary infiltration and aortic sclerosis. I have also been experiencing chest...

Excessive phlegm in the throat and chest tightness? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing an itchy throat since the end of February, along with a lot of phlegm that is difficult to cough up. When I do manage to cough it out, it is white and bubbly. I also feel a sense of chest t...

Tightness in the throat? Hello doctor, I have been feeling a tightness in my chest and a sensation of constriction in my throat that connects to my lungs. I often feel short of breath and have a cough, especially when exposed to air conditioning, which seems to exacerbate the sym...

Throat and tracheal issues? Hello, doctor. I started experiencing a sore throat, fatigue, and very mild coughing around March 16. I have visited the clinic three times and have been taking antibiotics. As of today, March 28, my sore throat and other symptoms have mostly improved....

Itchy throat, wheezing, or a cool sensation in the respiratory tract? On February 2, 2020, I caught a cold from a friend. On February 25, I visited a thoracic specialist at a hospital in China, where I had an X-ray and a lung auscultation. The doctor indicated that everything was...

Chest pain, cough, mild wheezing? Hello Doctor, I have recently noticed occasional mild pain in my chest (on both sides near the sternum) and along the lower ribcage, which tends to occur more frequently when I am tired. Pressing on the area makes the pain more noticeable, but it...

Respiratory issues Hello doctor, I have recently started experiencing difficulty breathing. I constantly feel like there is something in my trachea and throat, similar to phlegm. My lung capacity has not decreased, and there has not been any significant change in my weight or oth...

Sore throat with chest discomfort? Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to ask about my throat swelling (without cough or sore throat) that has lasted for about 4 to 5 days. I have visited three clinics and have been taking my medication as prescribed, but in the past two days, I have fe...