I've been getting a lung infection every year, and it usually starts with a sore throat. A doctor suggested that I get the influenza vaccine. I'm a bit worried about any potential side effects. Can you give me some insight on that? Also, do you know where I could get it done in Dwarka, Delhi?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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5+ Yrs

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Yes ,continue flu vaccination every year .Side-effects include fever,pain at the site of injection ,rash,swelling ,headache and allergic reactions.

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I'm worried because our servant was diagnosed with TB, and I'm concerned it might have spread to my family. Could you please tell me which test we can do to check if any of us are affected by TB?

If a family member has been exposed to tuberculosis (TB), it's important to monitor for symptoms like persistent cough, weight loss, fever, and night sweats. To confirm if anyone is affected, a chest X-ray and a TB skin test (TST) or a blood test (IGRA) are commonly used. Please consult a doctor for appropriate testing and advice.

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I've had a wet cough for the past five days, and this morning I noticed there was blood when I spat. I quit smoking about 20 days ago, and I'm really concerned about what's going on. Can you help me figure out what might be happening?

it can be due to chest infections consult pulmonologist for the same

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I'm dealing with wheezing and got this dust allergy thing going on too. My PFT results came back saying there's some restrictive airways action happening. I'm using Maxiflo 250mg rotocaps inhalers, but I still get a bit of wheezing sometimes. Does that sound like I need to switch up my meds, or is this normal?

the medication is okay

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