Question 1

I've been having this issue where I wake up around 5am every morning because it's hard to breathe. Its been happening daily, and its really starting to worry me. What could be causing this, and what should I do about it?

Accepted Answer

it might be due to allergy ,start steam inhalation

Question 2

Im thinking about getting a PFT test because my doctor suggested it for peace of mind. A few months back, I was dealing with thick phlegm and sputum due to bronchitis, and my doctor prescribed some meds that got me back to normal. But just to be safe, I'm considering a PFT test and maybe a CT chest scan and lung scan. Are the CT chest scan and lung scan the same thing, or are they different? Also, what should I do to prepare for them? Any advice would be really helpful.

Accepted Answer

For the confirmation of diagnosis ct chest is advised to the patient.

Question 3

I've had a cough that just won't go awayit's been over 3 weeks now. I usually get coughs like this every winter, but this time I went for a Chest X-Ray to check for TB at a hospital in Delhi, and thankfully, I was told I don't have it. But then, I saw a pulmonologist with MBBS and DTCD who suggested I do a Montoux test, and now they're saying it's TB. Should I be doing more tests to be sure? If I start on medication, how often do I need to see the doctor for check-ups? Also, is it okay for me to travel outside the country while I continue the treatment?

Accepted Answer

refer to cardiologist

take tablet movex mr for 2 days

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