I'm having some breathing issues, and I've noticed blood coming from my nose and mouth. The doctor mentioned a bronchoscopy. Could you explain what a bronchoscopy is? Also, are there any specific blood tests related to lung issues that I should know about?

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it is we put a scope i the throat to see what is the problem

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I'm experiencing shortness of breath after playing badminton, and this just began about a month ago. Could this be something serious? Should I consider getting tested or seeing a doctor about it?

Normal,nothing to worry ok.

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I'm trying to understand the difference between obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea. What's the main factor doctors look at when diagnosing these? I'm just a bit worried about mixed symptoms that I might have.

Pulmonary function test (PFT) is advised to the patient.Also central sleep apnea is less common .There is block in the airway in obstructive sleep apnea , in central sleep apnea brain signals to the muscles of breathing is blocked.

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My wife is six months pregnant and she's been struggling with a persistent cough and cold since her first month. We've been seeing her gynecologist regularly and they've given us some medicine, but it only offers temporary relief. Recently, the gynecologist advised us to consult a pulmonologist. I'm just concerned and wondering if it's safe for her to take allergy medication at this stage of her pregnancy. Any recommendations on what kind of treatment the pulmonologist might suggest?

Visit your doctor for evaluation and appropriate management

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