Question 1

I'm really worried about this chronic cough I have, especially at night. It seems to be getting worse and causing some respiratory issues. Could it be related to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease? What should I be looking out for, and is there anything I can do to manage these symptoms better at home?

continue your medication about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Last updated on 22 Jan 2025

Share

Accepted Answer

continue your medication about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Question 2

I'm really confused about the treatment I got for my chest issues. I had TB back in 2013, and though I don't smoke a lot, I've been smoking occasionally for about 1.5 years. Lately, I've noticed some blood with my morning cough over the last couple o...

it is okay

Last updated on 22 Jan 2025

Share

Accepted Answer

it is okay

Question 3

I'm on Rifampin, Ethambutol, and Pyrazinamide for TB in my lymph nodes and have been taking them for the last 8 months. The swelling in my neck has disappeared, but my ESR is still at 35. Should I keep taking the meds or stop them now?

Accepted Answer

Tab augmentin duo 625mg ,orally ,thrice daily for 5 days advised to the patient.Also syrup salbutamol 10ml thrice daily for 7 days is advised to the patient.Steam inhalation is also advised twice Daily to the patient. Also continue ATT as advised to the patient.

Question 4

I'm a bit confused about the differences between asthma and COPD. They both seem similar with the breathing issues, so how can I tell them apart? Also, someone mentioned that having COPD could complicate things if you need surgery. Should I be worrie...

Accepted Answer

Asthma is seen in childhood, whereas COPD is seen i adults above 40 years of age.Asthma is triggered by allergens like pollen or dust , whereas copd is due to smoking.Asthma airway obstruction is reversible whereas COPD obstruction is irreversible Asthma is treated by inflammation and copd is treated with bronchodilators. A diagnostic spirometry differntiates betweeen asthma and copd.

Question 5

I've been dealing with chest pain for about 8 months now, and even though I got checked out, they didnt find any issues with my heart. I tried taking Myospaz and Pan 40 for a week, but it didnt really help. The pain just keeps coming back regularly. ...

Accepted Answer

Ecg and cardiac markers are advised to the patient. Syrup sucralfate 10 ml orally ,thrice daily for 14 days and tab pan d ,before food for 14 days is also advised to the pt.

Question 6

I'm really concerned about my 2.5-year-old son who seems to be having a lot of weather change allergies. Our doctor often prescribes him nebulization with Duolin and saline water. I'm just wondering if there are any major side effects we should look ...

Patient is advised to continue same treatment.Also budesonide 100 inhaler is advised sos for breathing difficulty.

Last updated on 22 Jan 2025

Share

Accepted Answer

Patient is advised to continue same treatment.Also budesonide 100 inhaler is advised sos for breathing difficulty.

Consult Top Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialists

Dr Ishan Gupta

Dr. Arjun Ramaswamy

Dr. Gomathi R G

Dr. Sumara Maqbool

Related Questions

I'm really confused about the treatment I got for my chest issues. I had TB back in 2013, and though I don't smoke a lot, I've been smoking occasionally for about 1.5 years. Lately, I've noticed some blood with my morning cough over the last couple o...

I'm on Rifampin, Ethambutol, and Pyrazinamide for TB in my lymph nodes and have been taking them for the last 8 months. The swelling in my neck has disappeared, but my ESR is still at 35. Should I keep taking the meds or stop them now?

I'm a bit confused about the differences between asthma and COPD. They both seem similar with the breathing issues, so how can I tell them apart? Also, someone mentioned that having COPD could complicate things if you need surgery. Should I be worrie...

I've been dealing with chest pain for about 8 months now, and even though I got checked out, they didnt find any issues with my heart. I tried taking Myospaz and Pan 40 for a week, but it didnt really help. The pain just keeps coming back regularly. ...

I'm really concerned about my 2.5-year-old son who seems to be having a lot of weather change allergies. Our doctor often prescribes him nebulization with Duolin and saline water. I'm just wondering if there are any major side effects we should look ...

Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine

Get medicines delivered in 2 hrs