Question 1

I'm feeling a bit anxious because I've been having shortness of breath ever since I got my first dose of Covaxin. I did see a doctor, and they suggested I take Broclear and get an X-ray. I got the X-ray results back, and they were mostly normal except for this note about increased bronchovascular markings in both lung fields. Should I be worried about this? What does it mean, and what steps should I take next?

Accepted Answer

pulmonary function test, blood test

Question 2

I was wondering about the right doses of isoniazid, ethambutol, and rifampicin for a woman who weighs 45kg. If she's taking Rcinex, which already has isoniazid in it, how should the doses be adjusted? Im a bit confused and want to make sure shes gett...

Accepted Answer

Patient is advised isoniazide 600mg,800 mg of ethambutol and pyrazinamide 1250mg,r for 45kg weight pt.

Question 3

I've been having this chest pain on the left side whenever I take a deep breath, and it's been going on for about three months now. I got an X-ray and a CT scan with contrast done, and I've already shown the reports to a pulmonologist three times. He...

Accepted Answer

Orthopedic opinion is advised to the patient.

Question 4

I'm really worried about my mom. For the last 67 months, she's been experiencing excessive yawning during the day. We've done all kinds of tests like chest x-ray, ECG, echo, TMT, and even basic blood work, but everything's coming back normal. She oft...

Accepted Answer

Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Question 5

I'm curious about how many X-rays are too many for someone. I've had about 610 X-rays by the time I turned 32. Could this amount lead to cancer if I get more in the future?

Accepted Answer

no it will not

Question 6

I'm really worried because I've been told that my pleural effusion is due to TB. Is this type of TB something others can catch from me? Also, how long does it typically take to get better from this?

Accepted Answer

all tuberculosis are contagious , it depends on severity of tuberculosis

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