Question 1

I've noticed my wife has been dealing with breathlessness for the last 4 years. She often feels like she needs to take deep breaths just to feel comfortable, even when she's just sitting around doing nothing. Sometimes, these episodes of breathlessness disappear for days. What could be causing this, and should we be worried?

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy and Urine Infection

_23 Weeks Pregnant with Recurring Urine Infection_

_Test Results_:

1. _RBC (2-4)_: Slightly elevated, indicating some bleeding in the urinary tract.
2. _Epithelial cells (25-30)_: Elevated, suggesting irritation or inflammation in the urinary tract.
3. _Pus cells (10-15)_: Elevated, indicating a bacterial infection.

_Recommended Actions_:

1. _Consult your obstetrician_: Inform your doctor about the test results and recurring urine infections.
2. _Antibiotics_: Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics safe for pregnancy to treat the bacterial infection.
3. _Urinary tract infection (UTI) prevention_:
    - Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
    - Urinate when you feel the need, don't delay.
    - Wipe from front to back to prevent bacterial transfer.
    - Avoid tight-fitting clothing and wear cotton underwear.

_Follow-up_:

1. _Repeat urine tests_: Schedule follow-up urine tests to monitor the infection and ensure it's clearing up.
2. _Monitor for symptoms_: Keep an eye on symptoms like burning during urination, frequent urination, or abdominal pain.

Question 2

I'm taking 4 mg of asthalin regularly and for the past three days, I've been experiencing a faster heart rate and some shivering. It's also been really weird that when I try to sleep, I suddenly wake up in shock with an increased heart rate. What could be causing this and should I be worried?

Accepted Answer

That could be due to side effects of asthalin,need to change the drug,visit physician for the same

Question 3

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.

I'm really worried about my brother. His report shows he has Mycobacterium TB. Could you help me understand if this means it's in the early or late stage? Also, he coughed up a small amount of blood this morning and is having really bad chest pain. What stage might this be?

start ATT and CHEST X RAY , CBNAAT

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I'm taking 4 mg of asthalin regularly and for the past three days, I've been experiencing a faster heart rate and some shivering. It's also been really weird that when I try to sleep, I suddenly wake up in shock with an increased heart rate. What could be causing this and should I be worried?

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