Calcific opacity seen in left lung
Could you please explain it this Calcific dot like seen in x ray, is it safe? Or it can be due to which reason kindly help and advice.
Chest Disease Treatment
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CT chest shows active and old infection
I had fever 1 month back, after taking antibiotics it got resolved but i have started to mouth breath and excessive sighing after recovering from the infection. therefore doctor advised me to go for CT chest now this is showing scarring and active infection what is happening to me
Pulmonary flash edema
My father aged 69 had sudden attacks few days back and was admitted in ICU for the treatment but the doctors couldnt detect the root cause of it at all ,his reports said pulmonary flash edema and heart failure but now out of danger and came back to home but still in oxygen support .what to do next have attached the discharge summary .
Pollen allergy
I live in Germany and I have pollen allergy every spring season from march to may. And I get continuous cold, sneezing and cough. Which speciality doctors should I consult for this issue?
Breathing Problem
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