Question 1

Hello Doctor,
My aunty is suffering from COPD and sleep apnea.She gets fragmented sleep with very low levels of oxygen.The lowest oxygen saturation was 67% from baseline of 92-94%.A sleep study test was done on her.Reports suggested Obstructive Apnoes, Hypopeas and hypoventilation leading to severe oxygen desaturation and sleep fragmentation.
She was in sinus rythem throughout the night.
She is not able to breath properly and has weight issue.
Please suggest what to as i am really worried for her.

Thank you.
Kunal.

Accepted Answer

Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Question 2

Why do i feel like i will forget to breath and my breathing will stop...I don't have any physical problem is it possible that body will automatically shut down breathing

Accepted Answer

Budesonide 200 inhaler sos for breathing difficulty is advised to the patient.

Question 3

My X-ray report mentioned 'minimal fibrosis noted in the upper lobes.' Can you explain what that means? I'm a bit concerned and would like to understand it better.

Accepted Answer

Minimal fibrosis in the upper lobes of your lungs means there is a small amount of scarring in that area. This could be due to past inflammation or mild lung injury, but it generally doesn't indicate a serious condition. Its important to monitor your symptoms and follow up with your doctor for further evaluation if needed.

Question 4

I want to confirm that I have bronchitis or not
Which test should I do for bronchitis
Just before starting treatment I want to be sure
Which problem I have
Which test to know about bronchitis?

Accepted Answer

A chest x-ray and lung function tests is advised to the patient.

Question 5

My mom has TB. Is fever of 100-101.5F temperature at evening is normal for TB patients? How many days does fever lasts after taking medication for TB.

Accepted Answer

Around 5 days.

Question 6

Hello Doctor,
My aunty is suffering from COPD and sleep apnea.She gets fragmented sleep with very low levels of oxygen.The lowest oxygen saturation was 67% from baseline of 92-94%.A sleep study test was done on her.Reports suggested Obstructive Apnoe...

Accepted Answer

Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

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