Question 1

My grandpa had his sputum tested last week, and both the AFB and geneexpert tests came back positive. But now, after retesting, the AFB test is negative. Can you help me understand if he really has TB or not?

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Patient is advised sputum for AFB examination and chest xray pa view and complete blood count is also  advised to the patient.

Question 2

I've been having trouble with my breathing for like 3 months now, and I'm kinda lost on what to do next. I've already done some tests like an ECG, and it showed my heartbeat is a bit faster than normal. Plus, I've had normal results for my X-ray and ...

Physician opinion is advised to the patient.

Last updated on 22 Jan 2025

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Physician opinion is advised to the patient.

Question 3

I'm covid positive and my SPO2 is around 93-94. When I do lung exercises, it goes up to 96-97, but then it drops back to 93-94. It's my 8th day in quarantine. Do you think it's okay for my SPO2 to be at this level, or should I consider going to the h...

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It is generally recommended to seek medical attention if your SPO2 levels drop below 94%. Since your levels are fluctuating between 93-94 and going up to 96-97 with lung exercises, it indicates that your lungs are able to compensate to some extent. However, it is important to monitor your oxygen levels closely. I recommend you to continue with the lung exercises and monitor your SPO2 levels regularly. If your levels consistently drop below 94% without improvement, it would be advisable to seek medical attention for further evaluation and management. In the meantime, you can consider taking medications like Dexamethasone (6mg once daily) and Remdesivir (200mg on day 1, followed by 100mg once daily for 4-9 days) under medical supervision to help manage your COVID-19 symptoms.

Question 4

I'm on day 28 since I first noticed my symptoms and my CT scan showed mild pneumonia with a score of 525. Sometimes it still feels hard to take a deep breath. Can I stop isolating now?

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Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Question 5

I'm planning a trip to Leh where the altitude ranges from 10,000 to 18,000 feet, but I've got some concerns. I had a heart bypass surgery back in 2004 and was diagnosed with ILD in 2015. I'm currently taking six Pirfenex daily. Do you think it would ...

its better you avoid high altitude at this point

Last updated on 22 Jan 2025

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its better you avoid high altitude at this point

Question 6

I'm experiencing a sharp pain on the lower left side of my chest whenever I hold my urine for a long time. I have a history of gastritis and kidney stones, and I'm also dealing with frequent urination and sneezing. Could there be a connection between...

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The sharp pain on the lower left side of your chest could be related to muscle strain from holding urine or referred pain from your kidney stones. Given your history of gastritis, it's also possible that acid reflux or digestive issues could contribute. It would be best to consult a doctor to rule out any serious concerns and discuss your symptoms in detail.

My grandpa had his sputum tested last week, and both the AFB and geneexpert tests came back positive. But now, after retesting, the AFB test is negative. Can you help me understand if he really has TB or not?

My grandpa had his sputum tested last week, and both the AFB and geneexpert tests came back positive. But now, after retesting, the AFB test is negative. Can you help me understand if he really has TB or not?

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