Question 1

I'm worried about the possibility of developing lung fibrosis. I had a CT score of 13 a month ago. Could that score suggest any risk of fibrosis developing later on?

Accepted Answer

A CT score 13 indicate moderate invovement of the lung.

Question 2

My mom just came home after being in the hospital for 6 days because of pneumonia. Her chest is still a bit congested. I'm really worried and would love to know what we should be doing to help her get completely better. Are there any specific things ...

Accepted Answer

try to increase the foods rich in immunity and steam inhalation

Question 3

I'm really worried about my dad. He had COVID recently and now the doctor mentioned that he has some kind of fistula in his left lung. I'm not sure what this means for his recovery or his health in general. Could you explain what a fistula in the lun...

Accepted Answer

abnormal connection between two Lungs or vessels

Question 4

I've been having quite a bit of trouble breathing through my nose. Initially, I went to the doctor, and they recommended surgery for my rhinosinusitis and internal turbinates, so I went ahead with it. But now I'm experiencing even worse issues, like ...

Accepted Answer

if you are having this severe symptoms, proceed for surgery. it is safe and you can feel better

Question 5

I'm a bit concerned about this shortness of breath I keep experiencing, especially after 3 pm nearly every day. I find myself needing to take deep breaths or breathe through my mouth, and sometimes my chest hurts because of it. I've been dealing with...

Accepted Answer

The recurring shortness of breath, chest discomfort, and need for deep breathing or mouth breathing, especially after 3 pm daily, may indicate underlying conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), anxiety, or cardiac issues, and warrants a thorough medical evaluation, including pulmonary function tests, echocardiogram, and blood work, to determine the cause and appropriate treatment.

Question 6

I'm having some trouble understanding what's going on with my current meds. I've had breathing issues for the past couple of days even while just sitting or lying down. My pulmonologist gave me some medications: Budamate 200 transhaler, monteclc zost...

Accepted Answer

u can stop inhaler, use when ever symptoms are exacerbated and continue the medication

I'm worried about the possibility of developing lung fibrosis. I had a CT score of 13 a month ago. Could that score suggest any risk of fibrosis developing later on?

I'm worried about the possibility of developing lung fibrosis. I had a CT score of 13 a month ago. Could that score suggest any risk of fibrosis developing later on?

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