Question 1

I'm trying to figure out which oral bronchodilators are safe for long-term use for asthma. I get that using an inhaler is usually better, but I'm curious if there are newer oral options that don't affect the heart as much. Can you help clarify?

Accepted Answer

theophylline

Question 2

Can a CT scan determine if someone has a positive or negative result for the coronavirus? Also, if the CT scan report doesn't show any infection, does that mean the person is definitely negative for COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

not related

Question 3

After smoking for 6 years, I've managed to quit and haven't touched a cigarette for the past 9 months. I'm really curious and a bit worried about whether the tar has cleared from my lungs by now. If it's still there, how long will it take to fully cl...

Accepted Answer

yes it will become normal , it will almost take a year

Question 4

I've been dealing with asthma and using a Foracort inhaler, but recently I've been having a lot of issues with a runny nose and lots of sneezing. I'm not sure if this might be rhinitis or not. What do you think, and could you suggest some medication ...

Accepted Answer

Xylometazoline drops

Question 5

Ive been getting this mild shortness of breath after playing badminton for a short while, and it sticks around for about 15 to 20 minutes even when I'm just resting. Should I be concerned about this? Any advice would be really appreciated!

Accepted Answer

warmup and cool down before and after exercise, breathing exercises, gradually increasing intensity of exercise  , stay hydrated

Question 6

My mom just got a positive COVID result and today marks the 7th day of her fever journey. I checked her blood work, and it's mostly normal with a CRP of 7, and her Spo2 is at 99. The fever's gone now, but she's having chest pain when she has a dry co...

Accepted Answer

do chest xray that's enough

I'm trying to figure out which oral bronchodilators are safe for long-term use for asthma. I get that using an inhaler is usually better, but I'm curious if there are newer oral options that don't affect the heart as much. Can you help clarify?

I'm trying to figure out which oral bronchodilators are safe for long-term use for asthma. I get that using an inhaler is usually better, but I'm curious if there are newer oral options that don't affect the heart as much. Can you help clarify?

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Related Questions

Can a CT scan determine if someone has a positive or negative result for the coronavirus? Also, if the CT scan report doesn't show any infection, does that mean the person is definitely negative for COVID-19?

After smoking for 6 years, I've managed to quit and haven't touched a cigarette for the past 9 months. I'm really curious and a bit worried about whether the tar has cleared from my lungs by now. If it's still there, how long will it take to fully cl...

I've been dealing with asthma and using a Foracort inhaler, but recently I've been having a lot of issues with a runny nose and lots of sneezing. I'm not sure if this might be rhinitis or not. What do you think, and could you suggest some medication ...

Ive been getting this mild shortness of breath after playing badminton for a short while, and it sticks around for about 15 to 20 minutes even when I'm just resting. Should I be concerned about this? Any advice would be really appreciated!

My mom just got a positive COVID result and today marks the 7th day of her fever journey. I checked her blood work, and it's mostly normal with a CRP of 7, and her Spo2 is at 99. The fever's gone now, but she's having chest pain when she has a dry co...

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