Can Food Get Stuck in the Trachea? Understanding Swallowing Issues
Swallowing difficulties I would like to ask the doctor if food can accidentally enter the trachea while eating. Recently, I experienced a strange sensation in the middle area of my left second rib shortly after swallowing. I suspect that something may have gone down the wrong way...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Your swallowing function is normal for your age, and there should be no issue with food entering the trachea (unless you are laughing uncontrollably while eating). Typically, if food does enter the trachea, it will result in severe coughing. This is for your reference.[Read More] Can Food Get Stuck in the Trachea? Understanding Swallowing Issues
Discomfort in the Center of the Chest: Causes and Concerns
Discomfort in the center of the chest? Hello, I have been coughing for over ten days. Recently, I noticed that when I jump or run, if I exhale completely, I feel discomfort in the middle of my chest, accompanied by a rattling sensation and coughing. I would like to know what this...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It seems more like bronchitis or tracheal allergy; I recommend visiting a pulmonologist for evaluation.[Read More] Discomfort in the Center of the Chest: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Choking: Can Food Enter the Trachea Without Coughing?
Regarding the issue of choking? Hello, sometimes when eating something that requires more chewing, I may involuntarily swallow. In this situation, if the chewed food does not cause coughing, is there still a possibility that it could enter the trachea? Or does coughing always occ...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Young people have very sensitive airways, and they will cough when they choke. In contrast, elderly individuals may not always feel a cough even when they choke on something, especially if it is a small amount.[Read More] Understanding Choking: Can Food Enter the Trachea Without Coughing?
Concerns About Choking on Water: Risks of Aspiration Pneumonia
Frequently choked? Hello doctor, I have been frequently choking on water lately. It's not very serious, just a few coughs and then I'm fine, but since it happens often, I'm a bit worried about whether any water might remain in my trachea. If I choke on water and do...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Water that aspirates into the bronchi/alveoli can mix with bacteria from the oral cavity and other chemicals, increasing the risk of pneumonia.[Read More] Concerns About Choking on Water: Risks of Aspiration Pneumonia
Should You See a Doctor for Chest Discomfort After Eating?
Do I need to see a doctor? Hello Doctor, on the evening of November 30th, while I was eating enoki mushrooms and chatting with my mother, I might have eaten a bit too quickly and possibly inhaled some enoki mushrooms into my airway (though I'm not entirely sure). After that,...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If food is accidentally aspirated into the trachea, it is likely to cause severe coughing. Since the angle of the left bronchus is wider, it is less likely for food to enter that airway. It is recommended to see a pulmonologist only if there is persistent coughing or fever...[Read More] Should You See a Doctor for Chest Discomfort After Eating?
Could a Rice Grain Be Stuck in My Airway? Understanding the Risks
Suspected aspiration of a rice grain into the trachea? During lunch today, just as I was about to take a bite, I suddenly felt a cough reflex when I inhaled. It wasn't very strong, so I didn't pay much attention and continued eating, but the urge to cough persisted. Aft...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
It is recommended to see an otolaryngologist![Read More] Could a Rice Grain Be Stuck in My Airway? Understanding the Risks
Understanding Chest Pain and Breathing Difficulties: When to Seek Help
Shortness of breath and chest pain? Hello, I would like to consult a doctor. About a year ago, I experienced a strong, penetrating pain in the center of my chest that lasted for several days and prevented me from sleeping. I saw a pulmonologist who took an X-ray and suggested it ...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
It is recommended that you discuss with your attending physician whether to undergo further relevant examinations. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain and Breathing Difficulties: When to Seek Help
Can Heart Medication Cause a Sensation of a Foreign Body in the Bronchi?
Bronchial issues Hello, I would like to ask if it's possible that when I took my heart medication, which is a small pink pill, I accidentally raised my head too high and it felt like it got stuck in my bronchus. At that moment, I didn't cough or experience anything else...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: If a medication is in the trachea, it would likely cause severe coughing. If it is in the esophagus, it should pass into the stomach with food, and it may just be the sensation of a foreign body caused by contact with the laryngeal mucosa![Read More] Can Heart Medication Cause a Sensation of a Foreign Body in the Bronchi?
Understanding Chest Pain and Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Help
I am experiencing severe chest tightness, please help me..? In recent days, I have been experiencing intermittent symptoms of chest tightness, shortness of breath, palpitations, dizziness, and nausea. Strangely, during these episodes, my trachea seems to itch deeply, prompting a ...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
It is advisable to visit a hospital for consultation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain and Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Increased Lung Shadows: What It Means for Your Health
Increased parenchymal shadows on both sides of the trachea? Participating in a community adult health screening with X-rays, the results showed abnormalities—there is an increase in the solid shadows on both sides of the trachea, suspected mediastinal lesions. What does this mean...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
Hello: It may indicate possible mediastinal enlargement. The chest X-ray is only a suspicion and a CT scan is required for confirmation. Thank you. Sincerely, Jian Shun Tian.[Read More] Understanding Increased Lung Shadows: What It Means for Your Health
Understanding Persistent Cough: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Coughing symptoms Since January of this year, I have been experiencing recurrent colds due to taking care of children, resulting in two to three episodes of illness. Although the colds have resolved, I have been suffering from a persistent cough. Before the Lunar New Year, I took...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Based on what has been described, it is more likely to be caused by a sensitive trachea or post-nasal drip. However, since this is not an in-person consultation, please visit a pulmonologist for evaluation and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Cough: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Understanding CT Scan Reports for Lung Cysts and Cancer Staging
Computed Tomography Report Hello Doctor, my mother has been monitoring a lung cyst. On July 10, 2017, she underwent a CT scan, which reported the cyst size as 2.6 cm, and she was referred to Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, where it was determined that there were no issues...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: 1. This is a preliminary imaging report. The diagnosis of stage III can only be established if the left upper lung shadow is confirmed to be lung cancer; further examinations are necessary for confirmation before determining if it is indeed lung cancer, which will allow fo...[Read More] Understanding CT Scan Reports for Lung Cysts and Cancer Staging
Persistent Cough for Over a Month: Understanding Viral Infections and Treatment Options
Coughing for over a month? Hello, doctor. I have been coughing for over a month with a lot of nasal discharge, which is green in color. The phlegm is not yellow, and I often feel a tickling sensation in my airways, leading to persistent coughing that produces a "hih hih"...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: It is likely just bronchitis or tracheal allergy. If there are no abnormalities on the X-ray, it is recommended to consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to adjust the body's constitution.[Read More] Persistent Cough for Over a Month: Understanding Viral Infections and Treatment Options
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?
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
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 Shortness of Breath and Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Experiencing shortness of breath and discomfort in the chest area? I would like to ask about the recent difficulty in breathing. I often find myself needing to take two or three deep breaths before I can catch my breath, and sometimes I even feel a bit of discomfort around my hea...
Dr. Huang Ruiming Reply:
Ms. Jessica: Hello, based on your description, the most likely conditions are thyroid or tracheal issues. It is recommended that you take the time to visit a pulmonology department for an examination. Thank you for your concern for your health from Hualien Hospital, Ministry of H...[Read More] Understanding Shortness of Breath and Chest Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Coughing and Phlegm: Key Insights for Smokers
Coughing up phlegm? "Uh-huh." I would like to ask if coughing and producing phlegm by making a "hmm hmm" sound from the throat are the same? For example, is making that sound in the morning or after dinner already considered coughing? Given my age and having a...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: 1. The cough often brings up mucus from the trachea, which is primarily composed of saliva. 2. Please continue to refrain from smoking.[Read More] Understanding Coughing and Phlegm: Key Insights for Smokers
Understanding Hemoptysis: Is Blood-Frothy Cough Always Present?
Presence of blood-tinged froth? Is blood-tinged sputum always coughed up? Is bleeding from the gums or throat always separate from blood-tinged saliva? Last year, I intentionally coughed forcefully and had blood-tinged sputum, but an X-ray showed no issues. So now I want to ask a...
Dr. Zhou Ziguang Reply:
Hello: Bleeding from the upper respiratory tract (throat and nasal cavity) and the lower respiratory tract (trachea, bronchi, etc.) can result in hemoptysis, which requires evaluation and treatment by a physician.[Read More] Understanding Hemoptysis: Is Blood-Frothy Cough Always Present?
Understanding Tracheal Issues: Symptoms and Solutions for Better Breathing
Tracheal issues? I apologize for the lengthy content. Since early July, I have been experiencing some issues. I rarely cough, but my throat always feels like it has phlegm. Sometimes, I feel phlegm in my trachea or bronchi. Recently, I have also felt a contraction of the muscles ...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Hello: Make sure to get enough rest! Avoid consuming too many cold foods! Also, try not to eat too many sweets! The amount of phlegm should improve![Read More] Understanding Tracheal Issues: Symptoms and Solutions for Better Breathing