Question 1

I've just had a medical check-up for a job at a petroleum refinery. I think I'm in good health and don't have any breathing issues, but my PFT Test spirometry result graph only reached 6 or 7. From what I read online, it should be above 8. Does this mean I'm not medically fit, or is that a normal result? I'm really worried because my future depends on it. Can you help me understand what this means?

Accepted Answer

normal

Question 2

I'm curious about something... After finishing the treatment for tuberculosis, are there any marks left on the lungs? Could these marks cause any problems in the future? Is it possible to live a normal life with these marks on the lungs? Also, what a...

Accepted Answer

you can live a normal life

Question 3

I'm having this persistent pain along the right side of my sternum and it's starting to worry me. I've had several tests donea breast ultrasound, MRI, X-ray, and even an echoand they all came back normal. I'm wondering, could costochondritis be the c...

Accepted Answer

Patient is advised ibuprofen orally ,twice daily for 7 days, rest,ice,avoid smoking and avoid stress is advised to the patient.

Question 4

I'm currently undergoing treatment for tuberculosis, and I've noticed I have a heart murmur. I had an echo done, and everything seemed normal, but I'm experiencing high palpitations. Is it common to have a heart murmur while on TB medication? Should ...

Accepted Answer

Cardiologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Question 5

I'm really worried about my sister, she just got diagnosed with MDR TB last month. The doctors mentioned it would take around 2 years for the treatment. I'm trying to find out how much the full and proper treatment might cost. Could you give me some ...

Accepted Answer

go for government hospital its free

Question 6

I'm dealing with asthma and recently started on Predement medication, but I'm not seeing any improvements at all. I'm considering getting an injection instead. Do you have any suggestions for what type of injection might be effective?

Accepted Answer

Seroflo inhaler sos is advised to the pt for wheezing.

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