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Li Jian Wu
Pulmonology
About me
Graduated from Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, with rich clinical experience.
Proficient in diseases
Treat common and prevalent respiratory diseases in respiratory medicine such as COPD, emphysema, bronchial asthma, and chronic bronchitis with a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine.
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How to solve the problem of nasal congestion due to a cold?
If the symptoms of nasal congestion are not too severe, you can use steaming methods, apply a hot towel, or massage acupoints, such as the temples and the Fengchi acupoint. If the cold symptoms are more severe, then some medications will be necessary. You can use medications for nasal congestion or cold medicines. If the virus invades the nasal cavity, causing congestion and swelling of the mucous membrane, and resulting inflammation, some anti-inflammatory medications can be used. Drink more warm water and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits. You can take some traditional Chinese medicine to treat the cold. If there is also fever and thick nasal discharge, some antiviral medications should be taken for treatment.
Can whooping cough be vaccinated against?
Pertussis can be prevented with a vaccination and is a type of respiratory infectious disease. The main clinical preventive measure is vaccination, specifically with the DTP vaccine, which is a national Category I vaccine and part of basic immunization. The first dose should be administered when the baby is three months old. The DTP vaccine prevents not only pertussis but also diphtheria and tetanus infections. The complete course consists of three injections, with the second and third doses administered in the fourth month and between the fourth and fifth months, respectively.
Pertussis is diagnosed through what?
Whooping cough is a respiratory infectious disease, generally diagnosed through typical clinical symptoms and laboratory test results. Typical symptoms include paroxysmal, spasmodic coughing, which can also lead to flushed face and ears, runny nose, acute sickly appearance, while some patients may have a cough that sounds like a puppy's bark and others may exhibit a crowing sound during inhalation. During this period, sputum pathogen culture or other auxiliary examinations can be used for diagnosis, and sensitive antimicrobial drugs can be chosen for anti-inflammatory treatment.
Is the sore throat caused by a cold-cold or a cold-heat cold?
Sore throat is generally caused by wind-heat cold, while wind-cold cold is caused by exposure to wind and cold, clinically manifested by mild fever, nasal congestion, runny nose, cough, and no sore throat. Wind-heat cold is caused by exposure to wind-heat, typically presenting with severe fever, chills, dry mouth, sore throat, nasal congestion, cough, and yellow phlegm. However, sore throat can also be caused by cold enclosing heat. During a cold, it is important to pay attention to a light diet and avoid eating overly greasy or spicy food.
Is whooping cough contagious?
Pertussis, a type of disease, is an infectious respiratory infection, thus it is contagious. If there is a pertussis patient in the home, it is recommended to isolate the patient for treatment, ensure air ventilation and disinfection in the living space, and use personal items separately. Patients should ideally wear masks to block the bacteria from spreading through respiratory passages, and should actively choose antimicrobial drugs to control the infection, drink plenty of water, and rest sufficiently. When feverish, adopt physical methods to reduce fever or take antipyretic medication for symptomatic treatment. The main principle should be to choose macrolide antibiotics to control the infection. (Please use medication under the guidance of a professional physician and do not self-medicate.)
Do you need to be hospitalized for acute bronchitis?
Acute bronchitis is a condition that develops quickly, occurs suddenly, and often has severe symptoms, for which hospital treatment is recommended. Hospitalization allows for effective monitoring of the condition and offers better medical facilities, including oxygen therapy and sputum extraction to relieve discomfort. The main treatment principle, apart from symptomatic treatment, involves choosing sensitive antimicrobial agents for anti-inflammatory treatment. Chest X-rays, complete blood counts, mycoplasma tests, and C-reactive protein tests can be carried out to diagnose the specific type of pathogenic infection. If acute bronchitis is caused by bacterial infection, intravenous administration of penicillin-type antibiotics can be used for anti-inflammatory treatment to control the infection. (Medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor, depending on specific circumstances.)
Is whooping cough contagious?
Whooping cough is a contagious disease, and principally transmitted from person to person. Currently, an effective way to prevent this disease is by vaccination with the DTaP vaccine. The name "whooping cough" does not mean the cough lasts for a hundred days; this is just a colloquial expression referring to its prolonged duration. The primary symptoms of this disease include severe, spasmodic coughing, during which the patient may exhibit redness in the face and ears, a runny nose, and even nausea and vomiting. Additional symptoms can include cyanosis of the lips and choking. In severe cases, it can cause whole-body convulsions leading to ischemic and hypoxic encephalopathy. Once diagnosed, it is crucial to promptly treat with antibiotics and medications that relieve bronchial smooth muscle spasms. During the acute phase, corticosteroids may also be used in treatment.
What is the best treatment for a mild cold?
Minor colds generally do not require medication. If your resistance is normal, adjusting your diet and ensuring proper rest usually allows for natural recovery. In terms of diet, it's important to avoid overly greasy, high-calorie foods, prevent overeating, maintain indoor air cleanliness, drink more ginger tea, avoid staying up late, take your temperature twice daily, and consume fruits and vegetables high in vitamin C, such as kiwi, tomatoes, dragon fruit, and mango. Typically, recovery occurs within three to seven days.
Can I eat sea cucumber when I have a cold?
It is best not to eat sea cucumber during a cold, as it is considered a 'cold' food. Eating sea cucumber while having a cold can easily worsen the condition, and if there is an allergy to seafood, it may trigger an allergic reaction. During a cold, patients can eat some light fruits and vegetables, and it is generally not recommended to eat sea cucumber. During a cold, the body is relatively weak, and gastrointestinal function is not very good. Eating sea cucumber can lead to indigestion, which is not conducive to recovery from the cold. It is necessary to treat the cold with appropriate medication, and sea cucumber can be eaten after recovery.
What does whooping cough mean?
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a respiratory infectious disease caused by the infection of Bordetella pertussis and Corynebacterium diphtheriae, leading to inflammatory reactions in the respiratory tract. Typical symptoms include paroxysmal coughing, which is intense and can cause redness in the face and ears, runny nose, and even vomiting. Diagnosis can be confirmed through sputum culture, pathogen cultivation, routine blood tests, and chest X-rays, among other auxiliary examinations.