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I have Hamman-Rich Syndrome. Will I be affected by dog hair?
Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with Hamman-Rich Syndrome three years ago. My only treatment is oxygen 24/7 and Albuterol with wellness checkups every six months. I am scheduled to see a new doctor next month. My question is how or if dog hair affects my condition. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Dog hair can affect your lungs in two ways: 1. It can cause atypical lung infection. 2. It can cause hypersensitivity complicated by acute exacerbation of acute interstitial pneumonia. Read Full »
How to manage bilateral pneumothorax and mediastinal emphysema?
Query: Hi doctor, I am looking for a specialist opinion. My wife is diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis. She has a small rim of pneumothoraces bilaterally with subcutaneous disease and mediastinal emphysema. I am attaching her reports. Kindly suggest a treatment to manage the condition. Read Full »
Dr. Amol Kumar Wasudeorao Diwan
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the CT scan reports and images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It seems to be a long-standing problem and it progresses fast. You have not mentioned the chief complaints of the patient and previous treatment details. According to th... Read Full »