Question 1

I'm 30 and have been dealing with some lung pain for about five months now. I've had an ultrasound, and the doctor mentioned swelling in my lungs. The pain gets worse when I sleep on my sides or stretch. I've had asthma since childhood and use a Foracort inhaler. My X-ray also shows an infection. Could you advise me on what medicine might help with this?

Accepted Answer

take tablet amoxyclav for 5 days , twice a day

Question 2

I'm really worried because I was asked to leave the UAE due to a lung x-ray showing a scar from what they say is old TB, even though I don't have active TB right now. I really want to return to Dubai but I'm not sure what steps to take to prove I'm h...

Accepted Answer

Consult a pulmonologist in your home country for a thorough evaluation, and obtain a medical certificate, including a chest CT scan, sputum tests, and blood tests, confirming the TB is inactive, then, with this documentation, apply for a fitness certificate from the UAE embassy or consulate, which may require additional testing or documentation, to facilitate your return to Dubai

Question 3

I'm wondering if there are any side effects I should watch out for after having a CT pulmonary angiogram a month ago? Also, can a pulmonary embolism develop sometime after the procedure? I've been having chest pain around the area under both my armpi...

Accepted Answer

not  majorly

Question 4

I've been struggling with my asthma for five years now. I've seen a pulmonologist in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, and have been using Odimont AL and an Asthaline inhaler, but nothing seems to work. Can someone suggest any good asthma specialists in Chennai?

Accepted Answer

See a specialist for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment.

Question 5

I'm feeling a bit worried because I've been having this heaviness in my chest, but it's only on the left side. Sometimes there's a bit of pain there too. Plus, my upper back on the left side is hurting as well. It's been going on for about a year now...

Accepted Answer

Patient is advised x-ray chest ,cardiac markers and ecg.

Question 6

I'm really worried about my grandfather. He's 75, and with his COPD and asthma, his breathing has become pretty challenging. There are these sounds when he breathes, and he seems to breathe from his stomach. Even just a little movement seems to make ...

Accepted Answer

consult a pulmonologist

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