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What are the symptoms of detecting a pulmonary disorder?

I have a history of lung cancer in my family. My father, his brother and my grandfather had lung cancer. How can I do my best to protect my lungs?
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Can albuterol cause side effects like drowsiness?

My mother has recently been diagnosed with asthma. The doctor has prescribed albuterol for her. She feels very drowsy. Could it be due to the medication?
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Can honey cause respiratory infections?

When my brother and I were little, my mom avoided giving us honey out of fear of it causing a respiratory infection. Is there anything that supports this belief?
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Can putting on weight cause pressure on my lungs?

I have recently put on a lot of weight and I can actually feel my breathing becoming heavy. Is it just my weight or could it be a sign of some problem?
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I feel like I'm wheezing and it's triggering a cough. Can it be something serious?

I feel like I'm wheezing when I breathe. I hear it in my voice and also feel it in my chest. It keeps making me cough. Could it be sign of something serious?
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I am having some chest pain when I breathe. What could It be?

For the last couple of days I am feeling a sore type of pain and a tightness in the chest whenever I breathe. It isn't severe but it is noticeable. I've never had allergies before,...
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Severe Pneumonia

My 22 yr old brother was recently diagnosed with having stage 4 pneumonia. Is this in any way treatable? I don't want to cause false hope and I do believe a doctors, like you...
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My child suffered a chronic lung infection as a child. Will there be traces of this as he grows up?

My son is 10-years-old, but when he was just 4 he had a chronic lung infection and was hospitalized for a long period of time, around a month, in order to recover. Is it possible...
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Are face masks preferred for asthma patients?

My mother is an asthma patient, and she has asthma attacks frequently, especially when the area she's in is really dusty. Should she get a face mask when she's in these areas
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I had breathing issues during a flight. Could it be an indication of asthma?

I faced some breathing issues on a long flight. I could still breathe but at certain points it felt restricted. Could it be sign of asthma?
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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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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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