I went to a pulmonary doctor for chest pain and heaviness and they found small airway obstruction with severe restriction on spirometry but said it's normal now I have inguinal scrotal surgery next week and I'm worried about these test results being normal what should I do

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I'm really worried about my mom. She's been having trouble breathing and chest pain for a few weeks now. We saw a cardiologist, and he recommended a chest X-ray and an ECO. His diagnosis was pneumonia affecting both lungs, and he prescribed some injections for a week. I'm really concernedhow serious is this? Is pneumonia something that can be cured easily?

it is curable

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I'm really worried about the lung fibrosis I've developed after recovering from COVID. Is there any risk that this could eventually turn into cancer? I'm hoping to understand what "moderate degree lung fibrosis" means in this context and what potential complications I should be aware of.

no its not cancer

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I'm supposed to take a dry powder inhaler twice a day. Is it okay if I use it on an empty stomach before breakfast? I have work commitments and need to leave for the office early. Would that be alright?

After food is advised to the patient .Also mouth is cleaned thoroughly before using the inhaler.

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