Question 1

My father is suffering with pulmonary fibrosis. He is taking fibrodone tablets(6 per day). But he gets heavy head ache, vomiting sensation everyday. He has lost appetite.he doesn't want to eat anything. He is taking oxygen 15 to 16 hrs everyday.
When I searched online I found that these are the side effects of the tablets.Is it ok if he stops eating tablet for sometime and continue it once he feels better? Is there any other alternative for this tablet? What happens if he stops eating the tablet.?

Accepted Answer

Continue same treatment,Also continue seroflo inhaler sos for breathing difficulty.

Question 2

Whats the difference between Seroflo and Foracort inhalers? Im currently using a Foracort steroid-based inhaler, but Im thinking about switching to a Seroflo salmeterol-based inhaler. Are there any issues with making that change?

Accepted Answer

Seroflo (Salmeterol + Fluticasone) and Foracort (Formoterol + Budesonide) are both steroid-based inhalers, but they differ in their active ingredients, with Seroflo containing Salmeterol (a longer-acting bronchodilator) and Fluticasone (an inhaled corticosteroid), whereas Foracort contains Formoterol (a faster-acting bronchodilator) and Budesonide (an inhaled corticosteroid); switching from Foracort to Seroflo may require medical supervision, as it may cause changes in asthma control, and your doctor may need to adjust the dosage or monitor you for potential side effects.

Question 3

My doctor suggested giving my child a nebulizer with Duolin and Budecort. Can I mix them together or should I give them separately? His oxygen levels are around 92-93 without the oxygen mask. Is this something to worry about?

Accepted Answer

You can mix Duolin and Budecort in the nebulizer, as they are often used together to help with breathing. However, it's important to follow your doctor's instructions on the exact doses and timing. If his oxygen levels are 92-93 without the mask, it might be worth monitoring closely and considering supplemental oxygen as advised by the doctor.

Question 4

Hi, my mother was diagnosed with tuberculosis last year. after 9 month of medication, finally she turned negatuve for tuberculosis. she also had suspected ILD pre tuberculosis for which no medication was being given because she was already treated fo...

Suspected ILD, review with CT chest report with pulmonologist is advised to the patient.

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Suspected ILD, review with CT chest report with pulmonologist is advised to the patient.

Question 5

Hi doctor, I had tuberculosis and completed my treatment. But now, after finishing the treatment, I sometimes notice blood in my mouth. Is this something I should be worried about?

Accepted Answer

It's important to take any instance of blood in the mouth seriously, even after completing TB treatment. It could be related to residual lung issues, irritation, or other causes such as a throat infection or bleeding gums. I recommend consulting with your doctor for a thorough evaluation and to rule out any complications or new conditions.

Question 6

Sometimes in afternoon and evening when my tummy is full and I try to take a deep breath I am unable to complete my breath. My tummy swells in size when I inhale deep and I have to let go my deep inhaling half way.
This is usually not the case when I...

Accepted Answer

Ecg and x-ray chest is advised to the patient.

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