Question 1

I'm really worried about my dad. He was diagnosed with acute bronchitis back in January 2020, and he's also got diabetes. He's been using this Foracort 400 inhaler, started with 2 puffs twice a day, and now it's down to once in the morning and evening. The thing is, he's been using it consistently ever since. I'm just wondering, should he keep using it indefinitely? And are there any side effects we should be aware of?

Accepted Answer

Its important for your father to follow his doctors advice regarding the inhaler, as long-term use may help manage his respiratory condition. However, prolonged use of inhalers like Foracort can lead to side effects such as oral thrush, hoarseness, or potential impact on blood sugar. Its best to have his condition regularly reviewed by a healthcare professional to assess if continued use is necessary.

Question 2

I've been dealing with some troubling symptoms and could really use some advice. Earlier this year, I had issues with waking up in the morning and coughing up blood. It was mostly when I got up and would spit, but the rest of the day seemed fine. I also noticed palpitations, chest pain, and shortness of breath, which would often go away with burping. After getting some advice from my doctor and having some tests done, which all came back normal, that bloody sputum stopped after about a month and a half. However, over the past few days, those symptoms have returned, along with a lot of burping. This morning, I once again coughed up blood and now have a slight sore throat. Any insight you could provide would be greatly appreciated.

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 .

Question 3

My dad has been coughing for the past two months, and we've done all sorts of tests including one for TB, but everything came back negative. His CT scan showed he has a parenchymal cyst in the right lower lobe. I'm really worried and not sure what to do next. I've already suggested he uses a Rotacap twice a day, but is there something else we should be considering? What steps should we take moving forward?

Accepted Answer

Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

I only smoke around 2 cigarettes a day, so I'm really wondering what my chances are of having lung cancer right now. Also, what kind of tests should I think about if I want to check for it? I could really use some guidance here.

Lung cancer is diagnosed with biopsy,bronchoscopy,x--ray chest pa view,USG chest,CT thorax ,PET scan ,complete blood count and tumour markers like CEA-Carcinoembryonic antigen.

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