Asked for Female | 14
Managing Late Night Asthma Attacks in Anxiety
Late-night asthma attacks triggered by anxiety are not uncommon. When anxiety strikes, your body can react in unusual ways, leading to respiratory issues. Asthma symptoms can worsen, making it difficult to breathe. You might experience wheezing, persistent coughing, and a tight feeling in your chest. To manage anxiety, try calming techniques like deep breathing exercises or mindfulness meditation.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 6th Aug '24
Asked for Female | 20
Why Do I Have Heavy Dry Cough for 2 Hours?
A heavy, dry cough can happen for various reasons. Maybe you caught a cold. Or, maybe you have allergies. Some irritants in the air might be causing it. For relief, drink warm liquids like tea with honey. A humidifier could help too, by making the air less dry. However, if the coughing persists, it's wise to consult a pulmonologist. They'll examine you and guide managing this annoying symptom.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 6th Aug '24
Asked for Male | 21
Sudden Weakness and Difficulty Breathing
Feeling weak and struggling to breathe? You might have asthma, which narrows your airways and makes breathing difficult. Or perhaps it's a panic attack, which can cause breathing trouble. Stay calm, sit down, and breathe slowly. If it persists, seek help from a pulmonologist.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 6th Aug '24
Asked for Male | 31
Persistent Coughing: Seeking Effective Medical Treatment
You seem troubled by a stubborn cough lasting over 3 weeks. It's wise to visit a pulmonologist for an evaluation. Allergies, asthma, or infections often cause lingering coughs. Since medications haven't helped much, tests like X-rays may identify the source and proper treatment. Don't ignore this prolonged issue; consult your physician promptly.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 6th Aug '24
Asked for Male | 23
Fever and Cough: 2-Day Symptoms
If you've got a fever and cough lasting 2 days, chances are it's due to a viral infection. Your body increases temperature to fight off the virus internally. Resting up, staying hydrated, and taking acetaminophen eases symptoms. However, worsening issues or breathing troubles require prompt medical attention.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 5th Aug '24
Asked for Male | 24
Serious Health Concern: Bilateral Lungs Fluid Effusion
Your friend has extra fluid around the lungs, on both sides. It's called moderate right pleural effusion and bilateral lung fluid. This makes breathing difficult, causes chest pain, and coughing. Leaving it untreated may be dangerous. The causes could be infections or heart issues. Draining the fluid or taking medicines might help, depending on why it happened. It's crucial your friend visits a pulmonologist for proper tests and treatment.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 5th Aug '24
Asked for Female | 26
Persistent Bronchitis Symptoms: Vomiting, Shortness of Breath, Fatigue
Something seems wrong—your symptoms like vomiting, breathing trouble, exhaustion, aches, and headaches suggest the bronchitis worsened. The infection possibly spread. That's serious, you really should see a doctor urgently. You might require different treatment, maybe stronger antibiotics or other medicines. Delaying medical attention would be unwise.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 5th Aug '24
Asked for Female | 25
Wet Cough with Yellow Green Sputum: 2-Day Relief?
You have a wet cough with yellow-green mucus and a stuffy nose, but no sore throat, correct? This could be a respiratory infection like a cold. The mucus color shows your body is fighting an infection. Drink lots of fluids. Get plenty of rest. Keep taking Montek LC. If symptoms persist or worsen, see a pulmonologist.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 2nd Aug '24
Asked for Female | 22
Why am I experiencing extreme shortness of breath?
You're in a hard situation when it comes to your breathing. Feeling like you're not getting enough air can add to your shortness of breath. It can bring about several things such as asthma, lung infections, heart diseases, or even anxiety. Try to remain calm, sit up straight, and start taking slow, deep breaths. If it remains, then, you should get medical help immediately.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 1st Aug '24
Asked for Male | 43
Transmission of Tuberculosis in Team Settings
Tuberculosis spreads through the air from coughs or sneezes. If your teammate's treatment exceeds six months, transmission risk decreases. Watch for persistent coughing, fever, and weight loss. See a pulmonologist if symptoms arise. Cover coughs, wash hands frequently - good hygiene prevents TB spread.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 1st Aug '24
Asked for Male | 24
Why Do I Have Fever, Joint Pain, Breathing Difficulty, and Mucus?
You may have respiratory infections. They make people get fevers, pains in joints, breathing hard, and coughing up whitish mucus. Viruses or bacteria usually give folks those symptoms. To feel better, rest up a lot, drink tons of fluids, and maybe see a pulmonologist to know more and get treated.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 1st Aug '24
Asked for Male | 21
Throat Irritation and Breathing Issues: Possible Causes
Asthma symptoms can involve throat irritation, wheezing, shortness of breath, and excess mucus - especially when exposed to smoke or dust. Asthma is an airway issue where inflammation and narrowing happen. This makes breathing harder. It's crucial you see a doctor to get properly diagnosed and a treatment plan outlined. This may involve medications like inhalers that help manage symptoms and prevent asthma attacks from occurring. Your description sounds like you might be experiencing asthma, so getting it checked out by a pulmonologist is important.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 31st July '24
Asked for Female | 53
Natural Ways to Sleep with Cough
Falling asleep when coughing is hard. Coughs disrupt sleep by irritating airways. Cold, allergies, asthma – all potential culprits. Try elevating your head, using a humidifier, sipping warm honey tea. But if coughing persists, consult a pulmonologist. They'll provide appropriate advice based on your condition.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 31st July '24
Asked for Male | 13
Will I Be Okay If I Have Swallowed Fire Particle?
Small fire dots are known as ember particles. If inhaled, no pain suggests safety. However, irritation or coughing may occur. Drink water, and cough gently for discomfort relief. Seek medical help if breathing difficulties or chest pain arise. For now, you're likely okay.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 30th July '24
Asked for Male | 22
Could I Get Infected with TB from Close Contact?
The chances of catching TB from a brief interaction are low. Experts say TB is mainly contracted through prolonged close contact with someone who has active TB. Common symptoms include cough, weight loss, fever, and night sweats. To be safe, watch for these signs. If anything seems off, consult a pulmonologist.
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Dr. Shweta Bansal
Pulmonologist
Answered on 30th July '24