Question 1

I'm really worriedI drank about 100 ml of petrol yesterday and now my chest feels congested. Can you tell me what I should do?

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Stomach wash is advised to the patient immediately to prevent aspiration pneumonia or chemical pneumonitis. Also vitals Saturation ,heart rate,BP and RBS are checked.Oxygen and in severe distress patients ventilator is advised.

Question 2

I'm really curious to know which lung tends to get affected by lung cancer more frequently, the right one or the left one? I'm just wondering in terms of overall cases. Would really appreciate your insight on this.

Lung cancer can happen in either lung or in both lungs.

Last updated on 22 Jan 2025

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Lung cancer can happen in either lung or in both lungs.

Question 3

I'm pregnant now and I've been using Digihaler FB 200 for around six months. Can I keep using it or is it risky during pregnancy?

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Budesonide 200 inhaler sos for breathing difficulty is advised to the patient.

Question 4

I'm really worried about my dad; hes been in the ICU for 12 days now with this new type of pneumonia the doctors mentioned. There's still no improvement in his condition, and hes on a ventilator to support his breathing. It all started with a cough a...

Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Last updated on 22 Jan 2025

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Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Question 5

Is it okay to drink milk if I have a cough or asthma? I've heard mixed things about it possibly making things worse, like increased mucus production. Is that true? Just trying to figure out if I'm better off avoiding it when my symptoms are acting up.

Milk is avoided in asthma patient since it triggers the asthma.

Last updated on 22 Jan 2025

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Milk is avoided in asthma patient since it triggers the asthma.

Question 6

I've been dealing with this chest pain near my breastbone for the past couple of years, and it's been especially bad since 2016. It hurts when I sit, lie down, or stretch, and I can't walk much without discomfort. Sometimes I have trouble breathing a...

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It sounds like youre dealing with persistent chest pain that has been diagnosed as **costochondritis**, a condition where the cartilage connecting your ribs to your breastbone becomes inflamed. While your tests are normal, this can still cause significant discomfort. Treatment typically includes anti-inflammatory medications, gentle stretching, and avoiding activities that worsen the pain.

I'm really worriedI drank about 100 ml of petrol yesterday and now my chest feels congested. Can you tell me what I should do?

I'm really worriedI drank about 100 ml of petrol yesterday and now my chest feels congested. Can you tell me what I should do?

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