Question 1

I'm 15 and I'm having this really sharp pain near my heart every time I breathe in. I'm home alone right now and not sure what to do. Any advice?

Accepted Answer

do chest x ray

Question 2

I'm 26 and I've noticed that my oxygen level on the pulse oximeter is usually at 95, but sometimes it drops to 93 before going back to 95. My pulse rate is mostly around 92. I don't have any other symptoms, so I'm wondering if this is normal. Which t...

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A pulse oximeter reading of 93-95% is generally within an acceptable range, though it can vary slightly depending on factors like positioning or movement. Since you dont have other symptoms, it's likely normal, but if you're concerned, consulting a **general physician** or a **pulmonologist** for a thorough evaluation would be a good idea.

Question 3

I'm a bit worried about what it means when they say there's a calcified lesion in the right hilum. Is it something serious? Should I be considering any tests or medication for this? Just trying to understand if I need to be concerned.

Accepted Answer

in few cases its non specific better to rule out the cause visit Pulmonologist for the same

Question 4

I've had this lump next to my nipple for what feels like forever, and I'm not really sure how long it's been there. It's kinda weird because the lump seems to get taller when my nipple gets hard, and when it's soft, the lump flattens out. It's not pa...

Accepted Answer

do one ultrasonography

Question 5

I'm three months into my TB treatment and I've got my AFB and GeneXpert reports here. Could you have a look at them and let me know if everything seems okay? Also, what's the usual outcome for an AFB Culture test after three months of treatment? I'd ...

Accepted Answer

continue the tuberculosis treatment

Question 6

I've been noticing that I'm spitting up blood mixed with mucus, but I haven't had any coughing. My chest also feels like it's burning. What could be causing this? Should I be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Sputum for AFB,microscopy ,complete blood count,esr,C-reactive protein,and x-ray chest is advised to the patient.

I'm 15 and I'm having this really sharp pain near my heart every time I breathe in. I'm home alone right now and not sure what to do. Any advice?

I'm 15 and I'm having this really sharp pain near my heart every time I breathe in. I'm home alone right now and not sure what to do. Any advice?

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