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Han Shun Li
Pulmonology
About me
With over twenty years of experience in the medical field, currently working as the Associate Chief Physician in the Department of Respiratory Medicine at the Central Hospital of Jiaozuo Coal Industry (Group) Co., Ltd.
Proficient in diseases
Diagnosis and treatment of common respiratory diseases.
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Is bronchopneumonia the same as pneumonia?
Some patients might ask if bronchopneumonia is a type of pneumonia. Undoubtedly, bronchopneumonia is a type of pneumonia, categorized anatomically. It can be classified into lobar pneumonia, bronchopneumonia, and interstitial pneumonia. During X-ray imaging, bronchopneumonia typically shows as irregular patchy shadows distributed along the lung markings, with soft and blurry edges, without signs of consolidation. It often occurs in the lower lobes of both lungs. The treatment principles for bronchopneumonia are similar to those for common pneumonia, mainly involving the use of antibiotics, cough suppressants and expectorants, fever reduction, and other symptomatic treatments.
Can mycoplasma infection be cured?
Mycoplasma infection is quite common clinically. After infecting the human body, it can cause pneumonia and mycoplasmal pneumonia. So, can mycoplasma infection be cured? Generally speaking, mycoplasma infection is a self-limiting disease. Even without medication, most patients can recover by themselves. Medication can help alleviate symptoms and shorten the duration of the illness. Clinically, macrolides or fluoroquinolones are often used to treat mycoplasma infections. Therefore, mycoplasma infection can be cured.
Can a cold cause vomiting?
The common cold is caused by a viral infection, often causing symptoms in the nasopharyngeal area, such as sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, sore throat, fever, headaches, and so on. So, can a cold cause vomiting? Yes, a cold can cause vomiting. The symptoms mentioned earlier are typical of a cold. Some people may experience gastrointestinal symptoms during a cold, often referred to as a "stomach cold," which can include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Therefore, sometimes cold sufferers may experience vomiting.
Is coughing up blood lung cancer?
Everyone knows that lung cancer can cause coughing up blood, but does coughing up blood necessarily mean one has lung cancer? It should not be interpreted this way. Although lung cancer can cause coughing up blood, there are many reasons for coughing up blood, and it is not only caused by lung cancer. Reasons for coughing up blood can also include bronchitis, pneumonia, bronchiectasis, tuberculosis, lung abscess, and many others. Therefore, if coughing up blood occurs, it doesn't necessarily mean one has lung cancer, and there is no need for excessive worry. If coughing up blood occurs, it is important to visit a hospital in a timely manner, where a doctor can conduct checks like chest X-rays to further investigate the cause.
Treatment of Respiratory Failure
Respiratory failure refers to the severe impairment of lung ventilation and gas exchange function caused by various reasons. The treatment of respiratory failure is comprehensive. Firstly, it is necessary to maintain the patency of the airway. Second, oxygen therapy is required. Oxygen therapy is mainly used to correct the patient's hypoxia. Third, a ventilator can be used to assist breathing. Fourth, the cause of the condition should be addressed. For example, if it is caused by a severe infection, aggressive anti-infection measures should be taken; if caused by a large amount of pleural effusion, aggressive drainage of the pleural fluid should be undertaken, etc. Additionally, general supportive therapy should be considered, such as maintaining electrolyte and acid-base balance. It is also important to protect the function of vital organs, such as maintaining the function of the heart and lungs, etc.
Mycoplasma infection cough symptoms
After a mycoplasma infection in the human respiratory system, it can cause diseases such as pharyngitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Coughing is a relatively obvious symptom after becoming ill. Under natural conditions, the coughing symptoms of pneumonia and mycoplasma pneumonia may continue for three to four weeks before gradually easing. However, if treated with medication, such as using macrolides or fluoroquinolones, the cough symptoms can generally be controlled within two to three weeks. Therefore, it is generally best to treat mycoplasma infections with medications, as this can shorten the duration of the illness, alleviate symptoms, and reduce the suffering of the patient. (Specific medication usage should be conducted under the guidance of a doctor.)
How does a cold spread?
The common cold is a very common clinical disease, caused by a viral infection that is somewhat contagious. So, how is the common cold transmitted? On one hand, it can spread through the respiratory tract; for example, cold sufferers through sneezing, coughing, and other methods can produce droplets containing the cold virus. When these droplets are inhaled by healthy individuals, they can become infected. Additionally, if everyday items are contaminated by the cold virus, other people can come into contact with the virus by touching these items. If they do not wash their hands afterwards, they can also become infected with the cold virus through contact.
Can you smoke with acute bronchitis?
It can be definitively said that smoking is prohibited for those suffering from acute bronchitis. Common symptoms of acute bronchitis include coughing and expectoration, and some patients may experience chest tightness and wheezing. Smoking can trigger or exacerbate these symptoms. Firstly, the smoke and heat from smoking can directly damage the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract, triggering or worsening symptoms such as coughing and asthma. Additionally, the harmful substances in smoke can also irritate and damage the respiratory tract mucous membranes, exacerbating these symptoms. Therefore, patients with acute bronchitis should quit smoking.
Upper respiratory tract infection current treatment
Upper respiratory infections are the most common infectious diseases, most of which are caused by viral infections, with a minority being bacterial infections. Regarding the treatment of upper respiratory infections: If it is a bacterial infection, sensitive antibiotics should be chosen for treatment. Commonly used antibiotics include penicillins, cephalosporins, macrolide lactones, etc. If it is a viral infection, there are currently no particularly effective antiviral drugs for treatment. However, if chosen appropriately, some antiviral drugs can still be effective. Treatment for upper respiratory infections also involves symptomatic management, such as using antipyretic analgesics for fever, and cough suppressants for coughing, etc. (Please use medications under the guidance of a doctor)
Is mycoplasma infection contagious?
After Mycoplasma infects the human body, it can cause pneumonia, mycoplasmal pneumonia, and infections of the urogenital system. Is Mycoplasma infection contagious? Yes, it is contagious. For instance, pneumonia often spreads via the respiratory tract. Patients spread bacteria-laden droplets into the air by coughing or sneezing, which are then inhaled by healthy individuals. Infections of the urogenital system are primarily transmitted through sexual contact, that is, through sexual intercourse. Moreover, if a woman has a urogenital system infection, it can even be transmitted to the newborn during childbirth.