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I'm worried about the possibility of developing lung fibrosis. I had a CT score of 13 a month ago. Could that score suggest any risk of fibrosis developing later on?

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A CT score 13 indicate moderate invovement of the lung.

Question 2

I'm experiencing something strange with my fingers, and I'm hoping you could help figure out what's going on. Sometimes in a week, my right hand middle finger shows a range from 93 to 95 or from 98 to 94. But when I check my left middle finger or any...

saturation varies based on many reasons, like coldness

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saturation varies based on many reasons, like coldness

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I'm really getting worried because I've had this cough for three weeks now, and sometimes it comes with a fever. I already did a 5-day course of antibiotics, but it hasn't helped at all and the cough is still there. What could be going on, and should...

then do one chest xray

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then do one chest xray

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I found out I had COVID on April 20th, and although I'm on medication, I'm mostly just taking vitamins and that ascoril ls cough syrup now. My cough is still really bad, especially in the evenings and at night. This morning I coughed so much that I n...

take a course of antibiotics

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take a course of antibiotics

Question 5

I'm really worried about my wife. She's been on TB treatment for a month now, but her cough hasn't really gotten any better. Her appetite seems fine, and she's even gained a few kilos. There's no fever or sweating, which is good, but the bloody cough...

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It's good to hear that your wifes appetite is improving and she has gained weight. However, the persistent cough, fatigue, and blood in the sputum should be monitored closely. I recommend consulting her doctor to reassess her treatment plan and rule out any complications or need for further investigation, as these symptoms may require adjustment of her therapy or additional tests.

Question 6

I got my COVID test done yesterday, and thankfully, it came back negative. However, I've been having this dry cough that's been bothering me a bit. I don't have any other symptoms, but I was hoping you could recommend some good medicine for this dry ...

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Ecg,x-ray chest pa view,sputum for AFB and microscopy is advised to the patient.Tab azithromycin 500mg,orally,once daily for 3 days is advised to the patient.

I'm worried about the possibility of developing lung fibrosis. I had a CT score of 13 a month ago. Could that score suggest any risk of fibrosis developing later on?

I'm worried about the possibility of developing lung fibrosis. I had a CT score of 13 a month ago. Could that score suggest any risk of fibrosis developing later on?

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