Question 1

Can you tell me if it's okay to use normal saline instead of distilled water in an oxygen concentrator? Or maybe there's something else I could use as a substitute for distilled water? I'm just a bit worried and want to make sure it's safe.

Accepted Answer

use medicine

Question 2

I've been having this sudden chest pain in the upper center part of my chest. It happens when I take a deep breath, move my hand, or lift something heavy. It's starting to worry me. What could be causing this pain?

Accepted Answer

gastritis

Question 3

I'm really worried about my wife's health. She had blood in her vomit, and an X-ray showed an infection. Our general doctor advised a CT scan, which revealed a cavity in her lungs. We did a sputum test to check for TB, but it came back negative. Whil...

Accepted Answer

pneumonia lung abscess consilt pulmonologist

Question 4

I've been dealing with some throat irritation on and off for the last couple of weeks, and now it feels like mucus is traveling from my throat down to my chest, especially after I eat. Eating doesn't bother me, but afterward, it feels like the mucus ...

Accepted Answer

Patient is advised x-ray chest and sputum for AFB and microscopy.ab augmentin duo 625mg ,orally ,thrice daily for 5 days advised to the patient.Also syrup salbutamol 10ml thrice daily for 7 days is advised to the patient.Steam inhalation is also advised twice daily to the patient.

Question 5

I'm experiencing continuous pain in my mid rib and chest muscle. I've had a cough and sometimes feel dizzy and short of breath. Does this sound like something I should be worried about?

Accepted Answer

Get a chest xray done and visit physician for evaluation and appropriate management

Question 6

I'm wondering if it's normal to have shortness of breath and chest tightness just before my period. It's something I've noticed happening and it's making me a bit anxious. Is this something I should be concerned about or is it generally harmless? Als...

Accepted Answer

It's not uncommon for some women to experience shortness of breath or chest tightness before their period due to hormonal changes. However, if these symptoms are severe or persistent, it's important to rule out other conditions. I would recommend starting with a physical exam and possibly tests like an ECG, chest X-ray, or blood work to ensure everything is fine.

Can you tell me if it's okay to use normal saline instead of distilled water in an oxygen concentrator? Or maybe there's something else I could use as a substitute for distilled water? I'm just a bit worried and want to make sure it's safe.

Can you tell me if it's okay to use normal saline instead of distilled water in an oxygen concentrator? Or maybe there's something else I could use as a substitute for distilled water? I'm just a bit worried and want to make sure it's safe.

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I've been having this sudden chest pain in the upper center part of my chest. It happens when I take a deep breath, move my hand, or lift something heavy. It's starting to worry me. What could be causing this pain?

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