Does DLCO reduction need emergency treatment?
Hello doctor,
I have recently visited a cardiologist for shortness of breath, but after doing all cardiac tests, the doctor said I do not have any heart problems. I have done the pulmonary function test (PFT) test, and I will attach the report. The test states mild diffusing capacity of lungs for carbon monoxide (DLCO) reduction and the possible cause is a pulmonary disease or something related to fibrosis or a lung clot. I have to undergo a computed tomography (CT) scan, but my appointment is scheduled the next month. Is DLCO reduction a serious issue, and should I go to emergency room (ER) and get a CT scan done right away? I do not know how my lungs got damaged. I never smoked and did not have any exposure to any gases or chemicals, or dust. The problem started four years ago. What does my carbon monoxide transfer coefficient (KCO) value suggest? If there is a clot, what should I do?
02 May 2024 - 1 min read
Is it okay to take nutritional supplements?
Hi doctor,
Is it right to take different types of nutritional supplements if we cannot get a satisfactory amount of nutrients from food? How long can we take these supplements, and will it cause any troubles in the future?
Thank you.
30 Apr 2024 - 1 min read
How to screen for lung cancer?
Hello doctor,
I fear that I might have a lung infection, and I want to know about lung cancer screening as part of my commitment to proactive health management. Lung health is a priority for me, and I have some questions regarding the screening process, its effectiveness, and related considerations. Could you provide insights into the current recommendations for lung cancer screening? According to age or risk factors, who can undergo lung cancer screening? I am particularly interested in understanding the differences between imaging techniques like CT scans and other potential screening tools. How effective is lung cancer screening in detecting the disease at an early stage? Are there specific benefits associated with early detection, and how does it impact treatment outcomes? Kindly suggest.
30 Apr 2024 - 1 min read
How does oxygen delivery device work?
Hello doctor,
I am writing to get a better understanding of oxygen delivery devices. My daughter was highly premature, she is 5-months-old now, and apart from her oxygen requirements, she is doing fine. She has severe bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) because of her prematurity, luckily, she had an echocardiogram, and the cardiologist said her pressure is within the normal range, so luckily, no pH (for now). However, I am confused, and I am not sure I understand how the oxygen devices work. She is on Optiflow using a FiO2 blender. She is on 5 LPM, between 21 % and 30 %. She is on 30 % when she is asleep, but she only needs a low percentage when she is awake. Sometimes, the nurses remove the Optiflow to breathe room air, and she can manage to breathe without any desats for a few hours (between two and six hours) depending on some days. My question is; what is this air blender? How does it work? I am confused because many parents I spoke to from other countries only refer to LPM, so when I tell them about the percentage of the air blender, they do not understand what I am talking about. Can someone explain what an air blender does? My friend also had a preemie, and he told me that his son came home on 0.1 liters. Some say they go home on 2 L, but they never talk about percentage? What is the difference? If my daughter is on 5 L, between 23 % and 25 %. If they were to reduce the LPM, how many percentages would that be? I am so confused. Thank you for being so helpful.
29 Apr 2024 - 1 min read
Are there any medications available for gaining weight?
Hello doctor,
What are some safe pills available for rapid weight gain with no side effects?
Can you please prescribe them to me now?
They can be in any form, such as tablets or capsules, cause fast weight gain and add mass to the body.
Thank you.
26 Apr 2024 - 1 min read
