Coughing and changed voice
Im having cough in lungs along with changed voice and coughing. It hurts a little in throat too. Since last 2 days. How to detox lungs from such cough?
Fibrosis Of Lung
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Regarding bp medication
Im an asthmatic person. Right now my asthma is well controlled. Im currently 36 weeks pregnant. Last check I got diagnosed with gestational hypertension. My gynae prescribed labetatol 100 mg twice a day. Is this tablet will suit me or it will trigger my asthma. Im taking it for past 2 days as of now I'm ok only. Any suggestion for asthma friendly bp medication or should I continue this? .
Latent tb treatment required?
I am 37 and live in the usa since 2010. Born and broughtup in India and visit India every year. Recently i got tested (blood) for TB for my green card application and to my surprise it turned out to be positive. I have no symptoms. Then they checked my xray which was normal. So the doctor said that i seem to be having latent tb. 1 in 10 people having this condition can later develop active tb and hence i should consult a specialist and start preventive treatment. What should be done next? I should take treatment or not and i have heard the side effects of medicines can be gruesome I have thyroid. Except that no other problem.
Chronic cough breathing problam fatige
Hello dr " Chronic cough and breathlessness for 6–7 years. Asthma treatment not helping. PFT shows severe obstruction (FEV1 41%, FEV1/FVC 57%). ESR 25 and CRP positive. CT chest normal. Also having chest pain, palpitations, muscle and joint pain. What could be the diagnosis and which specialist should I consult. "Despite treatment, my PFT values continue to decline."
Severe breathlessness triggered after us
Patient reports sudden shortness of breath for the last 4-5 days, requiring forced deep breaths for temporary relief. Senses a thick, heavy buildup of mucus in the airways without an active cough. History of severe respiratory allergy 3 years ago (Serum IgE: 506 IU/mL). Works in a hotel (1 year, asymptomatic), but symptoms started within 20 days of using a liquid mosquito vaporizer overnight in a completely closed, unventilated room. Self-restarted old prescription of Acebrophylline 200mg SR this morning with mild relief, but chest tightness persists. No fever. Seeking expert guidance on treatment.
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