Question 1

I'm really worried about my dad. He's had coughing problems for the past few days, and he just did a Mantoux test which showed a 45 mm reading after 48 hours. Could this be a sign of tuberculosis?

Accepted Answer

Do CBNAAT and chest x ray to confirm your diagnosis

Question 2

I'm a bit worried because my test results showed high hemoglobin and PCV levels. I'm a regular smoker and recently I've been having issues with breathing, occasional chest pain, and a persistent cough. Can you help me understand what this might mean?

Accepted Answer

usually smokers will have high hemoglobin than normal. do a chest xray for his other symptoms

Question 3

I'm a bit concerned after receiving my X-ray results, which mention something about bronchovascular bronchitis. Could you explain what that means? Also, what precautions should I be taking?

Accepted Answer

it means inflammation of bronchi . avoid smoking . start steam inhalation

Question 4

I've noticed that I'm always dealing with one blocked nostril, and it's really odd because it only feels unblock while I'm taking a hot shower. It's not a runny nose or anything that feels like a cold. Could this be something I should be concerned ab...

Accepted Answer

The persistent blockage of one nostril, except during hot showers, could be due to a deviated septum, nasal polyps, enlarged turbinate bones, or environmental allergies; consider consulting an ear, nose, and throat (ENT)

Question 5

I'm a bit confused about something that came up in my chest X-ray report. It mentions "anterior left 4th and right 3rd bifid ribs." The doctor didn't really elaborate and just mentioned that it's normal, but I'm still curious. Could this affect my he...

Accepted Answer

Bifib ribs are usually asymtomatic.If it causes nerve damage surgery is indicated.Partial resection of the bifid rib relieves the pain.

Question 6

I'm curious about something that's been happening to me. When I use my oximeter, my SpO2 starts at 99 for about 10-15 seconds, but then it drops to 90 or even 88. I don't have any symptoms like breathing issues, my heart rate is around 68, and I'm no...

Accepted Answer

The fluctuation in your SpO2 readings, dropping from 99% to 90-88% without symptoms, could be due to various factors, including poor circulation, cold hands, movement, or sensor accuracy issues; however, given your normal heart rate and lack of symptoms, it's essential to consult a pulmonologist to rule out any underlying conditions, such as sleep apnea, pulmonary embolism, or cardiac issues, and to determine if further evaluation or testing is necessary.

I'm really worried about my dad. He's had coughing problems for the past few days, and he just did a Mantoux test which showed a 45 mm reading after 48 hours. Could this be a sign of tuberculosis?

I'm really worried about my dad. He's had coughing problems for the past few days, and he just did a Mantoux test which showed a 45 mm reading after 48 hours. Could this be a sign of tuberculosis?

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I'm a bit worried because my test results showed high hemoglobin and PCV levels. I'm a regular smoker and recently I've been having issues with breathing, occasional chest pain, and a persistent cough. Can you help me understand what this might mean?

I'm a bit concerned after receiving my X-ray results, which mention something about bronchovascular bronchitis. Could you explain what that means? Also, what precautions should I be taking?

I've noticed that I'm always dealing with one blocked nostril, and it's really odd because it only feels unblock while I'm taking a hot shower. It's not a runny nose or anything that feels like a cold. Could this be something I should be concerned ab...

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I'm curious about something that's been happening to me. When I use my oximeter, my SpO2 starts at 99 for about 10-15 seconds, but then it drops to 90 or even 88. I don't have any symptoms like breathing issues, my heart rate is around 68, and I'm no...

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