Question 1

I'm trying to get a job in Dubai but during the medical exam, they said I was unfit because of bronchi vascular markings in my chest x-rays. I've been on medication for about three weeks but haven't seen any improvement. I did another x-ray and it's still the same. Can you give me advice on what I should do? I really need to clear the medical exam.

Accepted Answer

try spirometry exercices at home

Question 2

I'm checking my oxymeter, and it's showing a reading of 97. I'm a bit worried though because I read somewhere that oxymeters also pick up carboxyhemoglobin, so the real oxygen level might actually be below 90, maybe even 80. I've been feeling restless and anxious about this. I have some breathing issues, like I get tired when just eating or talking. Plus, when I wake up, I can really feel the air passing through my nose and throat, but my throat feels swollen. I'm on an Ayurvedic treatment for acidity for the past two months since I tried allopathy for one and a half months before, but it didn't work, and the issue keeps coming back. I also experience body pain and weakness. I had a chest X-ray, CBC, sugar test, abdomen sonography, and kidney function test about 15-20 days ago, and everything was normal. So, is it alright to rely on the oxymeter reading in my situation?

Accepted Answer

yes if its working properly

Question 3

I'm struggling with a chest cold that's making my chest feel so tight, and I'm having a hard time breathing properly. There's a wheezing sound too. I've tried everything like nebulizing and nerve injections, but nothing seems to help. It's still really tight. What else can I do or try to get some relief?

Accepted Answer

Based on your daughter's condition:

*Key Concerns*

1. *High creatinine levels*: 2.3 is elevated, indicating impaired kidney function.
2. *High blood pressure (BP)*: Uncontrolled BP can further damage the single kidney.
3. *Single kidney by birth*: Increased risk of kidney damage and disease progression.

*Medication Review*

1. *Olmezest 40*: Olmesartan, an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB), helps control BP.
2. *Moxovas 0.3*: Moxonidine, a central alpha-2 adrenergic agonist, helps lower BP.
3. *Folvite*: Folic acid supplement, often prescribed for patients with kidney disease.

*Recommendations*

1. *Consult a nephrologist*: A kidney specialist can provide personalized guidance and adjust medications as needed.
2. *BP monitoring and control*: Regularly monitor BP and adjust medications to achieve optimal control (

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