Question 1

I've been dealing with this really persistent cough for the past month, and it gets really bad at night. It's to the point where I have trouble breathing because of the cough. Ive had an X-ray and blood tests, but everything came back normal. Why does my breathing stop at night because of the cough? What's going on?

Ecg,cardiac markers and x-ray chest pa view is advised to the patient.

Last updated on 22 Jan 2025

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Ecg,cardiac markers and x-ray chest pa view is advised to the patient.

Question 2

I got my second dose of Covishield on September 1st, 2021, and I have a provisional diagnosis of COPD. My doctor recommended I use a Triohale inhaler and a Duolin inhaler. Is it safe for me to continue using these inhalers right now, or should I wait...

Patient is advised to continue triohale inhaler and duolin inhaler sos for breathing difficulty.

Last updated on 22 Jan 2025

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Patient is advised to continue triohale inhaler and duolin inhaler sos for breathing difficulty.

Question 3

I'm really worried about a TB relapse because of drug resistance. Is there a chance that it's curable? And if so, how long would I need to be on medication to treat it?

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Yes, it is curable.Duration of ATT is 8 months is advised to the patient.

Question 4

I'm really worried because I've been coughing for two weeks now, and it's getting to the point where sometimes when I cough really hard, it completely blocks my throat and I can't breathe. It's scary, and on top of that, I've actually thrown up what ...

Patient is advised sputum for AFB and microscopy, chest x-ray pa view .

Last updated on 22 Jan 2025

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Patient is advised sputum for AFB and microscopy, chest x-ray pa view .

Question 5

I've been feeling really worried about some symptoms I've been having and I need some advice. I saw a news report from a doctor saying that taking excessive steam can lead to pneumonia. I've been taking really hot steam three times a day with the gas...

Yes,continue same treatment.Ecg and x-ray chest pa view is advised to the patient.

Last updated on 22 Jan 2025

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Yes,continue same treatment.Ecg and x-ray chest pa view is advised to the patient.

Question 6

I'm trying to understand the difference between obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea. What's the main factor doctors look at when diagnosing these? I'm just a bit worried about mixed symptoms that I might have.

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Pulmonary function test (PFT) is advised to the patient.Also central sleep apnea is less common .There is block in the airway in obstructive sleep apnea , in central sleep apnea brain signals to the muscles of breathing is blocked.

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