Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing chest pain and tightness in my chest. The hospital examination indicated a respiratory disease, but the medication hasn't been very effective. Recently, my cough has worsened. Is there any danger of having obstructive pulmonary emphysema?Doctor's answer:
If it's obstructive pulmonary emphysema, if it worsens seriously, it can lead to difficulty in breathing and then cause this obstructive pulmonary disease. If it's been going on for a long time, it can lead to pulmonary heart disease. So, in such cases, it's important to go to the hospital regularly for thorough examinations, such as pulmonary function tests or urinary tests. Additionally, regular CT scans should be done to check for any infections. If infections are present, early anti-infection treatment can prevent their recurrence.