Question 1

Hi doctor, my grandfather had COVID pneumonia and his HRCT score was 12/25. He was discharged 40 days ago but for the past 5-6 days, his oxygen level drops to around 92-93 while he's sleeping, and then goes back up to 96-97 when he wakes up. Should we be worried about this? His other readings are normal, but his D-dimer is slightly elevated at 1.06 (normal is below 0.5). CRP is fine too. What should we do to help him and is this something serious?

Accepted Answer

It's not uncommon for oxygen levels to fluctuate slightly during sleep, especially after recovering from COVID-19 pneumonia. However, if the oxygen level drops below 90%, it could indicate a need for further monitoring. The elevated D-dimer suggests some ongoing inflammation or clotting risk, so its important to keep in touch with your healthcare provider to assess if further tests or treatments are needed.

Question 2

My eosinophil count is 9 and I'm not sure what's causing it. My doctor mentioned it could be related to asthma. Could this be a sign of something more serious or is it just part of my asthma condition?

Accepted Answer

An eosinophil count of 9% can indeed be linked to asthma, as elevated eosinophils are often seen in allergic conditions and respiratory issues like asthma. Its good that your doctor is monitoring it, and managing asthma with the right treatment can help regulate this. If you have more concerns or symptoms, follow up with your doctor for further clarification.

Question 3

I recently had a chest CT scan, and it shows fibrotic scars in the left upper lobe of my lung, which the doctor said are post-inflammatory sequel changes. Is this something serious or is it a normal finding?

Accepted Answer

Fibrotic scars in the left upper lobe of your lung, described as post-inflammatory sequelae, typically result from past infections or inflammation. While it's not uncommon, its important to monitor and follow up with your doctor for any further management or assessment to ensure it doesn't affect your lung function.

Question 4

Ive been taking Montek LC tablet daily for the past 5-6 years. Are there any long-term side effects I should be worried about?

Accepted Answer

Taking Montelukast (Montek LC) for long periods can sometimes lead to mild side effects like headaches, dizziness, or gastrointestinal issues. In rare cases, prolonged use may cause mood changes or behavioral effects, so it's important to discuss ongoing use with your doctor to ensure it's still the best option for you.

Question 5

Ive been dealing with sinusitis for the past 4 years. My right nostril often gets blocked with a lot of mucus, and sometimes whitish liquid comes out. I also experience a headache and a feeling of heaviness on the right side of my head. Given these i...

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No you can not take covid vaccine until your cold and headache subsides.

Question 6

I have a bony lump on my right rib cage. It doesnt hurt when I touch it, and its hard like bone and doesnt move. Occasionally, I feel a little pain in that area, even without touching it, and sometimes I also feel pain in my right shoulder blade. Wha...

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The bony lump on your right rib cage, which is hard, non-mobile, and occasionally painful, along with referred pain to the right shoulder blade, may indicate a benign bone growth or lesion, such as an osteochondroma, costal exostosis, or a bone spur, but a thorough medical evaluation, including imaging tests like X-rays or a CT scan, is necessary to determine the exact cause and appropriate course of action.

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