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My sister has had pneumonia twice in the last two years. Is this okay?

My sister is 48 years old and has had a second round of pneumonia within two years. Could there be something really wrong?
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My mother is 68 years old and has been diagnosed with emphysema. How do we proceed with treatment?

My mother who is 68 years old has recently been diagnosed with emphysema. She was a smoker for 35 years and finally quit, but apparently not soon enough. Is it reversible at...
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Is nebulization absolutely necessary for bronchitis?

My son is now 3 years old and since he was first diagnosed with bronchitis, the doctor has recommended him to use nebulizer whenever he would have it again. Does nebulization...
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In spite of using an inhaler, my chest congestion is very heavy. What could be the reason for this?

I have been to the doctor about 3-4 times just in this month. Despite being on medication and using inhalers, I continue to have chest congestion. What could be the reason for...
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Does running at high speed on the treadmill weaken the lungs?

Can running at high speed on the treadmill cause an unreasonable amount of pressure on my lungs? Typically I run at an average of 8-9 mph.
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Can I get an asthma attack during my delivery?

I am a 32 year old woman and I have severe asthma. I am currently pregnant and due for my delivery in 3 months. Is it likely for me to get an asthma attack during my delivery?...
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Is pleurisy contagious?

I am an asthmatic and I’ve picked up pleurisy but I’m not sure what from, I have extreme chest pains and a dry cough. Is pleurisy contagious?
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What is the long term impact of asthma on the lungs?

My mother has been suffering from asthma for the last 12 years. What would be the impact of this condition on her lungs?
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When is one recommended a spirometry test?

My doctor has recommended me to undergo a spirometry test. What will I be able to tell from the results?
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I wake up every night breathing heavy and with dry cough. This has been happening for the last 4 days. What could it be?

I have been suffering from dry cough since the last 4 days due to heavy breathing and dry cough. It is also causing a lot of dry throat pain for me. What could this be?
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How can I treat persistent cough in my little one?

My son is 5 years old and is constantly suffering from a cough. I have tried different forms of medications but it just keeps coming back. What should I do?
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Does breathelessness while climbing stairs indicate weak lungs?

I feel breathless while doing activities like climbing up the stairs, which is a pretty simple task. Could this be a sign of weak lungs, or am I just overthinking it?
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Is post nasal drip along with cough sign of a chest infection?

I am having continuous post nasal drip along with a cough for the last 3 days. The doctor has started me on antibiotics but my worry is this is a sign of a chest infection.
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Can one feel excessively sleepy while recovering from bronchitis?

I am recovering from bronchitis, and I've been on an antibiotic called Cefoprim. However, I am feeling extremely sleepy and drowsy due to this antibiotic. What should I do?
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I have persistent cough, however my doctor says there is no need for a X-ray. Should I still go for one?

I have been having persistent cough and cold for the last two weeks. I have been on bronchodilators. I asked my doctor if I should get a X-ray done since I believe this is more...
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Can soap residue in a nebulizer be a cause of concern?

I just notices that my nebulizer had some soap residue from when I washed it before, and this was already after I finished using my nebulizer machine. Should I be concerned?...
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Is nebulization the same as steam?

I have heard nebulization gives instant relief in cases of a cough and cold. Is it the same as taking in steam? I have never used a nebulizer machine before, so I'm wondering...
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My chest X-ray shows haziness. Please give me your opinion.

I underwent a recent chest X-ray since I was having a lot of dry cough issues. The X-ray showed slight haziness on the right side of the lungs. Please give me your opinion on...
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My son has HRAD. How can it be treated?

My son is constantly suffering from severe wheezing whenever he gets cold and cough. The doctors say it is because he has HRAD. Can this condition be prevented in the future?...
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Can TB recur in a person?

I had contracted TB 6 years back for which I underwent complete treatment. After the tests the doctors confirmed that I have been cured of the condition. However since the last...
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