Question 1

I've come across my friend's medical report, and I'm a bit puzzled about what it says. It mentions a "Specimen sputum" and that no pathogenic organisms were isolated after 18 to 24 hours of incubation. Could you help me understand what this means exactly? Is it a good sign, or should we be worried about anything?

Accepted Answer

sputum examination doesn't have any organisms. it means no tuberculosis mainly

Question 2

I've been dealing with some really uncomfortable symptoms and I'm getting kinda worried. My stomach has been bothering me a lot with gastritis, and Im burping a lot too. I feel this pain on the left side of my abdomen and this heaviness in the middle...

Accepted Answer

it is due to sinusitis or deviated nasal septum. take steam inhalation

Question 3

I'm dealing with cough syncope and it's happening to me every single day. I can't seem to find any doctors or treatments for this issue, and it's really concerning me. How can I get help for this condition?

Accepted Answer

Cough syncope occurs when intense coughing temporarily reduces blood flow to the brain, causing fainting. To manage this, focus on controlling your cough with prescribed medications (like bronchodilators or anti-tussives) and avoid triggers. Consult a pulmonologist or neurologist to rule out underlying conditions like asthma, COPD, or arrhythmias.

Question 4

I'm having trouble breathing fully, like I can't completely expand my lungs or part of them isn't getting enough oxygen. I find myself waiting to yawn to feel like Im finally getting enough air. This happened last year too, and the doctor said it was...

Accepted Answer

do chest xray and consult physician

Question 5

I'm really worried about my 2-year-old. He caught a cold a couple of days ago and then developed a severe dry cough that same night. Yesterday, his breathing seemed forced; he hardly ate anything all day and drank only a few sips of water. I nebulize...

Accepted Answer

viral infection - maybe pneumonic  , start antibiotics

Question 6

I've been having trouble sleeping lately because I'm experiencing shortness of breath and a rapid heartbeat at night. I also feel really weak. What could be causing these symptoms?

Accepted Answer

try exercising and reduce your stress levels

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