Question 1

I'm struggling with a chest cold that's making my chest feel so tight, and I'm having a hard time breathing properly. There's a wheezing sound too. I've tried everything like nebulizing and nerve injections, but nothing seems to help. It's still really tight. What else can I do or try to get some relief?

Accepted Answer

Based on your daughter's condition:

*Key Concerns*

1. *High creatinine levels*: 2.3 is elevated, indicating impaired kidney function.
2. *High blood pressure (BP)*: Uncontrolled BP can further damage the single kidney.
3. *Single kidney by birth*: Increased risk of kidney damage and disease progression.

*Medication Review*

1. *Olmezest 40*: Olmesartan, an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB), helps control BP.
2. *Moxovas 0.3*: Moxonidine, a central alpha-2 adrenergic agonist, helps lower BP.
3. *Folvite*: Folic acid supplement, often prescribed for patients with kidney disease.

*Recommendations*

1. *Consult a nephrologist*: A kidney specialist can provide personalized guidance and adjust medications as needed.
2. *BP monitoring and control*: Regularly monitor BP and adjust medications to achieve optimal control (

Question 2

I've had this cough with mucus for almost a month now, and it's really starting to worry me. The doctors say it's allergic bronchitis, and my x-ray showed something, but even with the medication, I feel like I'm only getting partial relief. I still hear this wheezing sound in my chest that makes it hard to breathe. They just prescribed me an inhaler, Seroflo 250, for emergencies, but I'm not really satisfied with how things are going, especially since its been dragging on for so long. Plus, after taking Augmentin, I feel a kind of stabbing pain in the middle of my right lung and a slight pain in my right kidneynot too bad, but its there. They suggested checking for COVID, but when I called the helpline, they said I didnt have the symptoms. I'm honestly super confused about what to do next. Im willing to continue treatment but just need some answers about what's really going on. What should be my next steps?

Accepted Answer

Patient is advised sputum for AFB and microscopy.

Question 3

I'm really worried about my wife's health. She had blood in her vomit, and an X-ray showed an infection. Our general doctor advised a CT scan, which revealed a cavity in her lungs. We did a sputum test to check for TB, but it came back negative. While she's undergoing further checks, I'm just really anxious to understand what other tests might help pinpoint the root cause of this. She's 31, so any insight would be really helpful.

Accepted Answer

pneumonia lung abscess consilt pulmonologist

Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

More Pulmonology/ Respiratory Medicine Health Queries

Health Articles for you

Understanding Pulmonary Hypertension: Symptoms, Causes, and Hope

Elderly Winter Care Tips: Stay Warm, Safe & Healthy

Tips Keep Asthma Under Control

Information on Asthma Allergies for World Asthma Day

Guide to Lung Cancer Treatment Research