Question 1

My mom has been dealing with this chronic dry cough, and she's constantly clearing her throat. She's not experiencing any wheezing or breathing issues. It lasts for about 12 weeks before it disappears, but the cough isn't frequent and usually vanishes for 2 weeks and then doesn't show up for another 12 months. I'm getting worried and wondering if it could be something serious or possibly related to allergies?

Accepted Answer

so chest x ray and pulmonary function test

Question 2

I've been on TB medication for nearly two months, but I'm still coughing up blood. Is this something to be worried about? Is it normal to still have these symptoms, or should I be doing something different?

Accepted Answer

Gastroenterologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Question 3

I was in the ICU with pneumonia a while back, and the doctor told me to stop using straws. Its been over five months since then, and I'm wondering if it's okay to start using them again. What do you think?

Accepted Answer

yes you can use it now

Question 4

I've been dealing with some thick sputum lately, and it's got this slightly brown tint to it. I had a chest X-ray done, and it came back normal, but I'm still a bit worried because I had a cold about three weeks ago. Do you think I should be concerne...

Accepted Answer

lung infection chronic bronchitis

Question 5

I'm really worried because it's been over 20 days and I just can't seem to sneeze. The issue began when my coworker jokingly hit me hard on the belly after lunch, and I had stomach pain for about 1.5 days after that. Normally, I sneeze around 23 time...

Accepted Answer

not to worry and again not always normal , consult pulmonologist

Question 6

I'm really worried about my dad. He was discharged from the hospital about 10 days ago and he's still on 2 liters of oxygen because his left lung got pretty damaged from COVID. I'm wondering how long he might need to stay on oxygen. If we take it off...

Accepted Answer

he might be having chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder, there's no particular time for him to quit oxygen. he might need it for years

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I've been on TB medication for nearly two months, but I'm still coughing up blood. Is this something to be worried about? Is it normal to still have these symptoms, or should I be doing something different?

I was in the ICU with pneumonia a while back, and the doctor told me to stop using straws. Its been over five months since then, and I'm wondering if it's okay to start using them again. What do you think?

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