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Male | 60

Why is my husband's oxygen level stuck at 87% despite 8 steroids and antibiotics?

My husbands oxygen won't go above 87% it goes to 85 but no further than the 87. He's on 8 steroids a day and antibiotics

1 Answer
Dr. Shweta Bansal

Pulmonologist

Answered on 23rd May '24

The saturation level of oxygen in your husband could signify a grave illness that is the root cause. He must visit a pulmonologist or an internist as soon as possible to diagnose the reason for his low oxygen levels and to provide effective treatment. 

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i am 17 year old male , my height is 180.5 cm , my weight is 98 kg , and just after clearing my 10 th boards doctors (in KGMU and PGI) doctors said that i have tb in lungs (by bronchoscopy) , it really breaks me down but I thought about my parents and decided to take proper medication of 18 months after that i join the gym and decided to loss weight and build muscles because i am fat and then i started taking creatine and protein ,i am not doubting about your skills even single % but my doctor who give me medicine in KGMU said you can take your daily meals there is no restrictions and don't take any milk products under 5 hours after taking that particular medicine . so , can i take creatine and whey protein during these medication ( plz understand my situation i am taking only these 2 supplements ) i will do anything by these 2 supplements doesn't affect my body . plz give me you advise by considering my situation

Male | 17

Answered on 7th Sept '24

Dr. Shweta Bansal

Dr. Shweta Bansal

Wet coughing with chest tighness

Male | 32

It would be wise to consult a pulmonologist if you are experiencing symptoms of moist coughs associated with chest tightness. One explanation could be that it is bronchitis or a respiratory infection. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Shweta Bansal

Dr. Shweta Bansal

Been having a cough for 2 weeks finished my antibiotics I do vape

Female | 21

A respiratory specialist or pulmonologist might be the one to consult given a persistent cough for the past 14 days after you have completed the course of antibiotics. Vaping can aggravate the airways and increase respiratory problems; hence the doctors must do a thorough evaluation to put the conditions right.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Shweta Bansal

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I have been getting sick with sore throat and lungs congestion for a long time now. Every month, at least two trips to the clinic with antibiotics is a must. I suspect that my asthmatic and wheezing, coughing, congestion, sinus, tonsillitis, and inflammation might br caused by mold in my home and office. How can I ask my doctor here in clinic to test my blood for the mold toxicity?

Female | 24

Mold can grow in damp areas, releasing spores that may cause illness. If you suspect mold exposure, you can ask your doctor for a blood test by saying, "I'm worried that mold at home or work may be causing my symptoms. Could we check for mold toxicity in my blood?" This test can help determine if mold is behind your health issues. In addition to treating any symptoms, it’s important to address the mold sources at home and work to improve your air quality.

Answered on 11th Nov '24

Dr. Shweta Bansal

Dr. Shweta Bansal

Sidi per chadhte hue sans phoolta hai

Male | 39

Asthma is a condition where your lungs tighten, making it difficult to breathe normally. You might feel like you can't take a full breath because your airways narrow. An inhaler, prescribed by your doctor, contains medicine to help open those airways. It's important to keep your inhaler close and use it when your asthma flares up. Properly managing your asthma keeps you safe and healthy.

Answered on 24th Sept '24

Dr. Shweta Bansal

Dr. Shweta Bansal

Remedy for severe asthmatic attack

Female | 38

Fee­ling an asthma attack is frightening. Your breaths shorten, whe­ezing comes, coughing increase­s, tightness squeeze­s your chest. Airways swell, becoming narrow during attacks. To e­ase severe­ attacks: inhale from a rescue inhale­r, sit upright, stay calm. If symptoms don't improve quickly, seek e­mergency care imme­diately.

Answered on 23rd July '24

Dr. Shweta Bansal

Dr. Shweta Bansal

How hemoptysis come up? What causes it

Male | 66

Hemoptysis refers to the coughing up of blood. It may result from many factors such as infections, lung cancer, pulmonary embolism, and bronchitis. Hemoptysis should be attended to by a medical practitioner immediately if they happens. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Shweta Bansal

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