How to Determine If You Have Tuberculosis and Find a Doctor
If you are unsure how to determine whether you have tuberculosis (TB), you should seek a healthcare provider? Dr. Jiang: Hello, I was found to have calcifications in my lungs six years ago during a medical outreach program. Since then, I have been getting annual chest X-rays, and...
Dr. Jiang Zhenyuan Reply:
Hello: 1. There are many causes of hemoptysis, with common causes including bronchiectasis, pneumonia, pulmonary tuberculosis, or lung tumors. Severe coughing due to bronchitis can also lead to the rupture of blood vessels, resulting in hemoptysis. 2. The so-called calcification ...[Read More] How to Determine If You Have Tuberculosis and Find a Doctor
Persistent Coughing: Understanding Chronic Cough in Older Adults
Persistent cough Hello, my father is in his fifties and has been a teacher for over twenty years. Recently, he caught a cold and has been coughing continuously since then. He has seen both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine; the traditional doctor advised against c...
Dr. Jiang Zhenyuan Reply:
A persistent cough definitely requires further evaluation by a specialist. I recommend starting with a pulmonologist. There are many potential causes for a chronic cough, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), lung infections (such as pneumonia and tuberc...[Read More] Persistent Coughing: Understanding Chronic Cough in Older Adults
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
Can Open Tuberculosis in Mothers Infect Their Newborns?
Open pulmonary tuberculosis mother A friend of mine has active pulmonary tuberculosis and recently gave birth to a child. I would like to ask the doctor: Is the child at risk of being infected? Should we maintain some distance when talking or interacting with her to avoid transmi...
Dr. Jian Shuntian Reply:
First, it is essential to determine whether the mother is undergoing treatment. How long has she been receiving treatment? Is the medication effective? A brief overview is provided below; for more detailed information, please call (04) 2211125 ext. 113 after 4:30 PM to speak with...[Read More] Can Open Tuberculosis in Mothers Infect Their Newborns?
Understanding Tuberculosis Transmission and Safety in Healthcare Settings
The transmission methods of tuberculosis? If a doctor works long-term with tuberculosis patients (pulmonary tuberculosis and concurrent diabetes) and occasionally needs to be in a poorly ventilated space (such as a car) for two hours, about four to five times a week, is there a r...
Dr. Jiang Zhenyuan Reply:
Patients with tuberculosis (TB) who adhere to their medication regimen will see a significant reduction in their infectiousness after approximately two weeks. After two months of treatment, over 80% of patients will have sterile sputum. Therefore, it is crucial to confirm whether...[Read More] Understanding Tuberculosis Transmission and Safety in Healthcare Settings