- Male
- 24 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm curious about something. I've had asthma allergic rhinitis for the past two years, but before all that started, I was able to donate blood. Do you think it's still okay for me to give blood now?
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yes you can donate blood
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Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist
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View allI've just got the results from my premedical checkup for a job in the Gulf, and the X-ray showed that I have prominent broncho vascular markings in both lungs. I had a lot of phlegm when I was a kid, but that was sorted out a long time ago. I dont have any signs of tuberculosis or asthma, my weight and appetite are both good, and I havent had any fevers. My doctor said its not a disease, comparing it to a scar from an old injury. What does this mean? Should I be worried or is it nothing to stress over?
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 .
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Hey, so about a month ago, I noticed I was coughing up blood even though I didn't have a cough or cold, and it went on for a week before stopping. But just a couple of days ago, it started happening again. I had a chest X-ray, and the report said the bronchovascular mark is prominent in the lungs field. I also got a CBC done, and while most things seemed normal, my ESR was high at 38, and my hemoglobin was low at 11.5. I've also been having sharp pains in my chest, back, neck, and sometimes in my abdomen. Do you think this could be something serious?
Based on your symptoms and test results, it is important to address the underlying cause of the blood in your sputum and the chest pain. The prominent bronchovascular mark on your chest x-ray may indicate inflammation or infection in the lungs. To help reduce inflammation and manage any potential infection, I recommend taking a course of antibiotics such as Azithromycin 500mg once daily for 5 days. In addition, the high ESR and low hemoglobin levels suggest possible inflammation in the body and mild anemia. To address this, you can take Ferrous Sulfate 325mg twice daily to help increase your hemoglobin levels and improve your overall health. It is important to follow up with your healthcare provider for further evaluation and management of your symptoms to ensure appropriate treatment and monitoring.
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I'm currently dealing with active tuberculosis and I'm on a treatment plan taking Combutol 800 in the morning and an Ambystryn injection in the evening. I'm a bit worried and wondering if this is the correct treatment for my condition. Could you share your thoughts or advice on this?
-It sounds like you're on the right treatment for active TB, as Combipack (Combutol) and Ambystryn (Amikacin) are commonly used. However, it's crucial to follow your doctor's advice and attend regular follow-ups to ensure the treatment is effective. Stay
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