Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing chest pain and shortness of breath. The hospital examination indicated a respiratory disease, but the medication hasn't been very effective. Recently, my cough has worsened. Could you please tell me where the trachea is located in a patient with emphysema?Doctor's answer:
Patients with emphysema who experience a recurrence of severe emphysema may be prone to tracheal displacement, although this is relatively uncommon. It is important to actively treat complications of emphysema, such as lung infections. Daily oxygen supplementation is essential to support lung ventilation function. Consuming some traditional Chinese medicines can help regulate conditions of insufficient lung Qi. It is crucial to pay attention to physical exercise.