My mom's 56 and she's been dealing with this nighttime acidity for about a week. We did an ultrasound and it mentioned mild pleural effusion. What exactly is pleural effusion? Can this be treated with medicine? She's feeling pretty worried and scared. Can you help us understand what's going on?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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it is water filled in pleura , there is a medicine for pleural effusion

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've been dealing with a cough for about a week now, and it's starting to make it hard for me to breathe. Do you have any advice on what I should do?

It sounds like you may be experiencing a respiratory infection. I recommend taking Robitussin or Mucinex to help relieve your cough and improve your breathing. These medications can help loosen mucus and make coughing more productive. Additionally, you may consider using a humidifier at home to help ease your symptoms. If your symptoms persist or worsen, you will need a strong course of antibiotics, for which your need to go to the hospital.

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I'm noticing a slight whistling sound when I breathe through my mouth, and it feels like something's clogged. It's been lingering for a while now. I used to be a smoker but quit quite some time ago. I'm also pretty active when it comes to fitness, but this breathing issue is bothering me. Who should I reach out to for help with this? Any suggestions?

consult a pulmonologist

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I'm starting to feel concerned because I keep getting this urge to take deep breaths every now and then, but I'm breathing normally in between. It's been happening for about 15 days now, and I'm not sure what's going on. Can you help me figure out what's happening?

it is quite normal , no need to worry. start taking deep breaths in between your work breaks

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