Question 1

I've been told that I breathe heavily while I'm sleeping, and it seems like my oxygen levels and pulse rate drop during those times. Specifically, my oxygen saturation goes from 99 to 91, and my pulse rate drops from 88 to 68. Eventually, they both go back to normal, which is 88 for my pulse and 99 for oxygen saturation. This pattern happens multiple times throughout the night. Could you help me understand what might be going on with these symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Probable diagnosis is obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Question 2

I'm a bit concerned because I've been told that there's minimal fibrosis and atelectasis in my right lung's middle lobe and lingula. Could you help me understand what exactly this means? Is it something I should be worried about, and what steps should I take next? Would really appreciate any insights or advice you could give me.

Accepted Answer

Tab perfenidone 100mg orally,twice daily for 1 month. Also syrup salbutamol 10 ml thrice daily for 14 days.

Question 3

I'm concerned about my 70-year-old mom. She's really sensitive to the cold, and since last week, she's been coughing after showering and sitting under a fast fan. Most of the time, it's a dry cough, but sometimes there's some mucusy spit. She doesn't have a fever, shortness of breath, or feel weak, but I'm worried about whether this needs attention. Should I consider seeing a specialist or doing any tests, especially since she's refusing to visit the doctor? Any advice would really help.

Accepted Answer

take cough syrup , and avoid cold as much as she can

I'm a bit confused about the Metaspray 10 ML Nasal the doctor recommended for me. How long am I supposed to use it? Also, I got a Levolin Inhaler prescribed, but I'm not sure when and for how long to start using it. Can you help clarify this for me?

meta nasal spray use it for 2 weeks and levolin inhaler also for 2 weeks . if symptoms persists more than 2 weeks continue it for 1 more week and visit your respective doctor

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