Question 1

How much serious if fluid available in lungs. it is necessary operation for fluid treatment in lungs

Accepted Answer

For diagnostic pleural tap minimum fluid is around 20-60ml is advised to the patient.

Question 2

Hi, I have a pre-employment medical checkup on Wednesday and received the results today. My X-ray report says "pulmo clearance." I'm not sure what that means and what I should do next. Ive never had TB and havent even had a cough in the past year. Ca...

Accepted Answer

Pulmo clearance in your X-ray result likely indicates that there are no significant issues or abnormalities in your lungs, and your lungs appear clear. Its reassuring that you haven't experienced symptoms like coughing, especially related to tuberculosis (TB). Given your history, its important to follow up with your healthcare provider for further clarification and ensure that all pre-employment health requirements are met.

Question 3

Chest congestion 
Breathing problem in night 
Coughing 
Last from 3 years
Get affected frequently nowadays

Accepted Answer

Patient is advised ecg,chest xray pa view and also sputum for AFB and microscopy.

Question 4

Dear Dr, something I feel my breath pause and when it happens I feel really weird. The feelings come from my stomach I feel a bubble hit my upper abdomin and then I feel a pause in breath. And I feel nervous when it happens. Is this life threatening....

Accepted Answer

Patient is advised pulmonary function tests,sputum examination for AFB and culture and sensitivity test,spirometry and complete blood count.

Question 5

Ive been prescribed AB Phylline N tablet for excessive phlegm, but I can only find AB Phylline SR tablets in my area. Can I use the SR version instead of the N one? Is it safe, or should I wait until I find the exact one prescribed?

Accepted Answer

It's best to follow your doctor's prescription, as there may be specific reasons for recommending AB Phylline N. However, if AB Phylline SR is the only option available, I would advise consulting your doctor or pharmacist before switching to ensure it's suitable for your condition.

Question 6

I have wheezing  only while inhaling. While exhaling there is no sound even though there is mild difficulty to exhale. But wheezing and difficulty is only while inhaling. What can it be ?

Accepted Answer

Patient is advised tab augmentin 625 mg ,orally, thrice daily for 7 days, tab levocetrizine 10 mg bedtime for 5 days and syrup salbutamol 10 ml thrice dailly for 7 days .

How much serious if fluid available in lungs. it is necessary operation for fluid treatment in lungs

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Hi, I have a pre-employment medical checkup on Wednesday and received the results today. My X-ray report says "pulmo clearance." I'm not sure what that means and what I should do next. Ive never had TB and havent even had a cough in the past year. Ca...

Chest congestion Breathing problem in night Coughing Last from 3 years Get affected frequently nowadays

Dear Dr, something I feel my breath pause and when it happens I feel really weird. The feelings come from my stomach I feel a bubble hit my upper abdomin and then I feel a pause in breath. And I feel nervous when it happens. Is this life threatening....

Ive been prescribed AB Phylline N tablet for excessive phlegm, but I can only find AB Phylline SR tablets in my area. Can I use the SR version instead of the N one? Is it safe, or should I wait until I find the exact one prescribed?

I have wheezing only while inhaling. While exhaling there is no sound even though there is mild difficulty to exhale. But wheezing and difficulty is only while inhaling. What can it be ?

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