Question 1

I am 36yr lady. On 15 Nov 21, I have undergone chest x ray. In the report following is written:-
"A few fibrotic strands are seen in the left upper zone".
Please clarify on the report. Is there anything to worry. Any sign of serious decease. And what will be the treatment and how long .??

Accepted Answer

Probable dignosis is pulmonary fibrosis.Patient is advised tablet levofloxacin 500mg once daily ,orally,for 5 days, oxygen supplementation if saturation is low pulmonary rehabilitation and lung transplant

Question 2

One month back my husband had sighness breathing difficulty it got better but came in waves. We didnt Consult. 2 days back he had more difficulty so we went and consulted. Nasal congestion in the sense due to sinus one passage is blocked always.
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Tab augmentin duo 625mg ,orally ,thrice daily for 5 days advised to the patient.Also syrup salbutamol 10ml thrice daily for 7 days is advised to the patient.Steam inhalation is also advised twice

Question 3

I feel Shortness of breath from 2 months stated suddenly , In starting I have symptoms like shortness of breath with back pain and lung pain and tightness but now I only face shortness of breath and feeling tight in my left lung 
Lung x ray normal , ...

Accepted Answer

Patient is advised pulmonary function test (PFT)and a complete blood count and esr.

Question 4

My husband had viral fever and cough and weakness.now he is not having fever his weakness also is better.now the only prb how is having is cough.while coughing he feels shortness of breath.what should be done.even while taking deep breaths he feels l...

Continue same treatment for 5 days is advised to the patient.

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Continue same treatment for 5 days is advised to the patient.

Question 5

Hi, my sister recently had a chest X-ray, and the report says that the right hilar shadows are heavy and show nodularity, indicating lymphadenopathy. The rest of the X-ray is normal. Im worried if this could be something related to HIV, or is it poss...

Accepted Answer

The finding of "right hilar shadows heavy with nodularity, suggestive of lymphadenopathy," is not specific to HIV infection. It can occur in various conditions, including infections, inflammatory diseases, or even cancers. Further investigation, such as clinical assessment and additional tests, is needed to determine the exact cause.

Question 6

Hi Doctor, Ive noticed some blood in my sputum, but I dont have any pain in my throat or chest. What could be the cause of this?

Accepted Answer

Coughing up blood, also known as hemoptysis, can be caused by several factors such as an infection, bronchitis, or even nasal bleeding. If there's no pain in your throat or chest, it could be due to mild irritation or inflammation in the airways. However, it's important to get it checked by a doctor to rule out any serious conditions.

I am 36yr lady. On 15 Nov 21, I have undergone chest x ray. In the report following is written:- "A few fibrotic strands are seen in the left upper zone". Please clarify on the report. Is there anything to worry. Any sign of serious decease. And what will be the treatment and how long .??

I am 36yr lady. On 15 Nov 21, I have undergone chest x ray. In the report following is written:- "A few fibrotic strands are seen in the left upper zone". Please clarify on the report. Is there anything to worry. Any sign of serious decease. And what will be the treatment and how long .??

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