What causes shortness of breath when lying down?

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Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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Your lungs may be unable to process the intake of oxygen or your heart may not able to pump blood effectively.

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Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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How can I check my oxygen level at home?

You can measure your blood oxygen level with a pulse oximeter.

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I'm really worried about my dad, he's 67 and was diagnosed with TB after having pleural effusion in his right lung. He's been prescribed R cinex 600 once a day, pyrazinamide 750 two tablets at once daily, and combutol 1000 once daily by his pulmonologist. I'm just concerned about him taking both of those pyrazinamide tablets at the same time, like the doctor said, especially since he weighs 68 kg. Does this sound right to you?

yes you can take this medicine double the dose

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I'm really worried because I've been diagnosed with what they're calling infective etiology Koch's. Is this a really serious condition? Also, is there a treatment available for it?

Koch's disease, commonly known as tuberculosis (TB), is a serious infectious disease, but it is treatable with a course of antibiotics, typically lasting 6-9 months. Early diagnosis and consistent treatment are key to a full recovery, so it's important to follow your doctor's advice closely.

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