- Hermina Medan<\/a><\/li>
- 13 December 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Is Shortness of Breath a Symptom of Pneumonia?<\/a><\/h3>
Pneumonia, also called pneumonia, is an infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs (alveoli). Inflammation is caused by a buildup of fluid or pus in the alveoli. This can also make people with pneumonia experience shortness of breath. So that you are more alert, let's find out the symptoms of pneumonia in more detail here. \n\n Be Aware of Pneumonia Symptoms \n\n Symptoms of pneumonia develop suddenly or slowly over a period of 24-48 hours. These include fever, excessive sweating, chills, cough (dry or phlegmy), shortness of breath, chest pain when inhaling or coughing, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, body weakness, and a faster heartbeat. In sufferers aged over 65 years, pneumonia appears without symptoms of fever, but the danger is accompanied by decreased consciousness. \n\n This group of symptoms will appear when a germ infection defeats the body's immune system, causing inflammation in the lungs. Infections that often occur are caused by viral and bacterial infections in the air. Meanwhile, other infections can be caused by fungi or mycoplasma. \n\n A person is at high risk of developing pneumonia if they are less than two years old or more than 65 years old, actively smoke, have a weak immune system (for example, people with HIV/AIDS or people undergoing chemotherapy), and suffer from chronic diseases (such as asthma or COPD ). \n\n Pneumonia Diagnosis and Treatment \n\n Pneumonia is diagnosed through pulse oximetry (measurement of oxygen levels in the blood), chest x-ray, blood tests, urine tests, and examination of phlegm samples. If the sufferer is over 65 years old and has more serious symptoms, the doctor will carry out supporting examinations in the form of a CT scan, pleural fluid culture or bronchoscopy. \n\n People with pneumonia should be hospitalized when they are over 65 years old, they will experience decreased kidney function, low blood pressure, shortness of breath, below normal temperature and abnormal heartbeat. Or in children, it is recommended to be hospitalized if they often sleep, feel weak, short of breath, low oxygen levels and dehydration. The following are treatment options for people with pneumonia: \n\n \n Independent care at home. These include just getting enough rest, drinking lots of fluids and not doing excessive activities. \n Consumption of medication, such as pain relievers, cough medicine and antibiotics. This medicine is given in cases of pneumonia that are relatively mild. \n Hospital treatment. In the form of giving antibiotics by injection, adding oxygen, and pulmonary rehabilitation. In severe cases, the sufferer is placed in an intensive care room and placed on a breathing apparatus or ventilator. \n \n\n The healing process depends on the type of pneumonia, severity, and health condition of the sufferer. The length of treatment time also depends on the symptoms felt. \n\n Young sufferers can usually return to normal activities within one week. Other sufferers may take longer and still feel tired for some time. Meanwhile, if the symptoms of pneumonia are severe, the healing time can take several weeks. \n\n So, if a Hermina friend experiences shortness of breath, you must be alert, including one of the signs of pneumonia, immediately consult a pulmonary doctor at RSU Hermina Medan for early treatment. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Medan<\/a><\/li>
- 06 December 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Getting to Know Lung Cancer<\/a><\/h3>
Recently, we were shocked by one of the country's artists who lost his life due to lung cancer. The artist did not feel any symptoms during this time, but after one examination it was discovered that his lung cancer was already at stage 4. So what is lung cancer actually like? ? \n\n Lung cancer is a condition in which cells grow uncontrollably in the lungs. This organ functions to distribute oxygen into the blood when inhaling and expel carbon dioxide when exhaling. Lung cancer consists of two types, namely: \n\n \n Primary lung cancer is lung cancer that grows and starts in the lungs \n Secondary Lung Cancer is cancer that spreads to the lungs from other areas of the body \n \n\n The main causes of lung cancer are active and passive smoking and constant exposure to breathing dirty air/pollution. Cigarettes contain cancer-causing substances (carcinogens) which trigger damage to the cells lining the lungs. Cell and tissue changes in the lungs change rapidly in heavy smokers. Initially the body can repair this damage. \n\n However, repeated exposure continues to damage the normal cells lining the lungs. Damage causes abnormal changes in cells, which leads to the development of cancer cells. Apart from smoking, perhaps not many definite causes of cancer have been found. \n\n Lung Cancer Risk Factors \n\n A number of factors can increase the risk of lung cancer. Some risk factors can be controlled, for example by stopping smoking. Meanwhile, other factors such as family history cannot be controlled. The following are several conditions that are risk factors for cancer: \n\n \n Smoke, The risk of cancer increases with the number of cigarettes smoked. Quitting at any age significantly lowers the risk of cancer. \n Exposure to Cigarette Smoke,Not smoking does not mean you are free from the risk of cancer. The risk increases when frequently exposed to cigarette smoke. \n radiation therapy,Radiation therapy to treat other types of cancer can increase your risk of developing cancer \n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n Lung Cancer Symptoms \n\n Most cancer symptoms occur in the lungs, but they may also occur in other parts of the body if the abnormal cells have spread. Symptoms are also differentiated based on the severity of the disease. The following are some of the symptoms experienced by sufferers: \n\n \n Discomfort or pain in the chest \n Wheezing \n Blood in phlegm \n Hoarseness \n Problems swallowing \n Loss of appetite \n Inflammation or blockage in the lungs \n Swelling or enlargement of the lymph nodes in the lung area \n Feeling Very Tired \n Respiratory problems. \n Losing weight for no reason (sudden) \n A cough that doesn't go away or gets worse over time \n \n\n \n\n Lung Cancer Prevention \n\n There is no sure way to prevent cancer. However, you can reduce the risk by taking the following steps: \n\n \n Stop smoking, if it is difficult to stop, you can ask a medical professional for help with therapy. \n Avoid Cigarette Smoke, if you live or work with a smoker, stay away from when they burn cigarettes \n Consume fruit and vegetables, both of which are the best sources of vitamins and nutrients that can reduce the risk of cancer. \n Exercise, do it regularly, at least 150 minutes a week or 30 minutes a day. \n \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Medan<\/a><\/li>
- 20 February 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Not Smoking but Got Lung Cancer, How come?<\/a><\/h3>
Maybe we haveheard that there are people who do not smoke but have lung cancer. Can this happen? In fact, besides smoking there are several other factorswhich can increase a person's risk of developing lung cancer. \n\n Smokeis a causelung cancerthe most frequent. However, not all cases of lung cancer occur in active smokers. ForTo avoid this disease, you should know the causes of lung cancer in people who don't smoke. \n\n Various Causes of Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers \n\n Here are some things that can be causes and risk factors for people who don't smoke but get lung cancer: \n\n 1. Exposure to radon gas \n\n Exposure to radon gas is known to be one of the causes of lung cancer in non-smokers. Radon gas is naturally present in the air and is generally harmless. Even so, the level or concentration of radon gas can increase in houses built on soil containing natural uranium deposits. \n\n In a study, it was found that the risk of developing lung cancer was higher in people who lived for years in an environment contaminated with radon gas. \n\n 2. Too often become passive smokers \n\n Too often inhale other people's cigarette smoke, for example due to living in the same housewithactive smokeror working in a smoker's environment, can also cause lung cancer. The reason is, cigarette smoke has a number of substances that are carcinogenic and can damage lung tissue. \n\n 3. Exposure to asbestos \n\n Asbestos exposureAlsocan increase a person's risk of developing lung cancer. This is because asbestos fibers that are inhaled into the body can survive in the lung tissue for a long time. This is very dangerous, so that the use of asbestos in the industrial sector has been restricted and even banned in several countries. \n\n 4. Exposure to air pollution \n\n Air pollutionjuga contribute to the occurrence of lung cancer. In fact, the world health organization (WHO) has determined types of outdoor air pollution, such as vehicle exhaust, wood stoves, and coal-fired power plants, as carcinogenic materials. \n\n 5. There is a genetic factor \n\n Genetic or hereditary factors play a role in increasing a person's chances of developing lung cancer. Having a parent or family member with lung cancer can increase your risk of developing lung cancer. \n\n 6. There is a gene mutation \n\n Gene mutationcan cause changes in the nature of lung cells to become malignant. It is also a cause of lung cancer. \n\n So, even if you are not an active smoker, the risk of developing lung cancer is still there. The things mentioned above are some of the causes and risk factors for lung cancer in non-smokers. \n\n As much as possible, avoid these things and adopt a healthy lifestyle. If you don't smoke but are at risk of developing lung cancer, it is advisable to have regular checkupsdoctorto find out the health condition of your lungs. Check your lung health at RSU Hermina Medan with a lung specialist \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Kemayoran<\/a><\/li>
- 27 October 2022<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Can e-cigarettes cause popcorn lung?<\/a><\/h3>
Both Smoking and Vaping made people inhales smoke into their body. With traditional cigarretes, people inhales the smoke from the tobbacos. Vaping in the other hands, people inhales the liquid or vape juice that has been transform into smoke. Since vaping popularity increases, the term ‘popcorn lung’ is became this common topic that came out when we talk about Obstruction in the lung. \n\n So what is popcorn lung? \n\n Bronchiolitis Obliterans, its medical name, if you want to try asking you physician about this. BO could occur due to many chemicals exposure to your lung and causes inflammation and obstruction in someone’s bronchiole’s. The Scar tissue in the lung because of that process will then disturbing the function of the lung. The symptoms are very similar to COPD ( chronic Obstruction Pulmonary Disease), although bronchiolitis could happen in 2-8 weeks while COPD would need years or even decades for it to evolve. \n\n The main symptoms of bronchiolitis: \n\n \n Cough \n Trouble breathing \n Activity Tolerance decrease \n Wheeze \n Fatigue \n \n\n Although popcorn lung is a very rare disease, the early symptom is also very similar to the common cold. In a few weeks and months to come, it slowly evolving itself and make the people who had it worsen during time. If it not treated well and carefully, it can cause death due to respiratory failure. \n\n There is currently no specific medication to treat popcorn lung, but there are some medications that can be used to slowing down the evolution and process of the popcorn lung. According to its cause, Popcorn lung can be treated with antibiotic, immunosuppressant agent, and corticosteroid. Therapy to its symptoms such as cough and flu like syndrome, can also help. In severe and advanced cases, lung transplantation may be needed. \n\n Diagnosis popcorn lung has its difficulties. Although CT Scan dan Lung Function test can give us a bigger picture, the only test that can be counted to make a diagnose to Bronchiolitis is by lung biopsy through surgery. In some cases, few samples needed to be taken for diagnoses purposes. \n\n Start caring dan look after your lung condition early. You can start doing simple steps, like : \n\n \n Avoid using traditional or modern ciggaretes, both as an active user or a passive user. \n Avoid further infalmattion if you can \n Listen to your health provider advice \n Always using extra personal protective equipment \n \n\n Make sure to contact your health provider if there are symptoms and in a bad condition. It can be treated and reducing the chance of having further damage in your lung. \n\n If you have other chronic illness, maybe joining a support group will help. Sometimes sharing with people who had the same feeling brings out answers and perspective you didn’t know exists. A support group can be anyone, including caregiver, friend, or even family. The Right Time to Meet with a Pulmonologist, You can see a pulmonologist after receiving direction or referral from a general practitioner. In addition, you can also consult a pulmonologist if you experience some symptoms related to respiratory disorders, such as a severe or chronic cough. Coughing up blood Shortness of breath. Chest pain. Weight loss for no apparent reason. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>"); $('#div_next_link').html(" <\/span>");
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