My lungs feel like they are on fire/burning?
Question by JediMaster: My lungs feel like they are on fire/burning?
My husband and I live with my mom-she’s disabled and I take care of her full time. Both her and hubby smoke. She smokes like a chimney. My step dad, her hubby, buy her the smokes so it’s not like I can’t not buy them for her.
I have asthma, and am on two different drugs for it-Proair for short acting and I take areobid twice a day to control symptoms.
When I say something to my mom, she tells me “I’ve smoked all your life, I’m not going to quit, get off my back.” Hubby says something similar.
Short of a Dr. telling them I have stage four lung cancer with days to live and your smoking did this to her, they aren’t going to quit.
Lately, every time I’m around cigarette smoke (even smelling it can do it) I either start coughing really bad or feel like I’m going to hack up a lung. Also anytime either one of them lights up, my lungs feel like they are on fire and burning really bad.
What could be wrong?
I don’t want to have to put her in a home, don’t think my step dad would allow it anyway.
I do have a job (fast food, minumam wage kind of thing) and I only make about 600 a month. To move completly out of my apartment that I share with them is nearly impossible-there’s no where to live in my area that I can afford. I’ve looked-cheapest rent in my area for a stuido apartment is 620 a month. Not hard to figure out the math there.
I hate the burning/fire sensation I get. Is it somthing I should be concered about?
yes, hubby is working to. He makes about 800 a month. As far as looking for another job? The area we live in is such a depressed area, it took me almost 3 months to find this one. As far as only smoking in one room of the house, my mom does keep her door closed most the time-however she smokes so much that when she does open her door, the smell of smoke overwhelms me.
and as far as moving, it’s not hard finding a place where we can afford the rent, its coming up with the money to rent a truck to move, the money the new place would want in deposits, buying some funitrue like a couch and table at goodwill and stuff we can’t afford.
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Answer by hellaeddie
Wow… what a crappy situation. Your own mother and husband are killing you and don’t seem to care about it. How sad. Since you have already asked them not to smoke around you and they don’t seem to think that the are the culprits. I would say to go ahead and get a doctors note saying that the smoke is what is harming you and show that to them. If they still don’t want to stop, I would say that you threaten to put your mother in a home saying that you don’t want to jeopardize your health so that she can smoke.
Good luck to you.
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How long does it take for my lungs to clear out?
Question by geetar: How long does it take for my lungs to clear out?
I smoked a pack a day for 3 years. I’ve been smoke free for about 7 days now, and I was wondering when will my my lungs clear out?
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Answer by Brittany
they will be fully cleared after 6 years. Good for you though! keep it up!
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i am 8 wks pregnant i have a history of blood clots in my lungs and cervical cancer. What are my odds?
Question by : i am 8 wks pregnant i have a history of blood clots in my lungs and cervical cancer. What are my odds?
the blood clots were at the end of my last pregnancy and almost killed both of us that was 5yrs ago. ihave had no problems since then but now i have untreated cervical cancer. not sure what risks are
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Answer by papabeartex
Pls consult a real doctor u never know what crack pot claims to be one in this or any other related forum. The best advise spend a few dollars and be certain then asking for an jackass to give u a sensible reply. Does this make sense to u?????
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How can I clear my lungs out?
Question by Ben: How can I clear my lungs out?
I have been photographing the inside of an abandoned school building the past two days. I’ve been wearing a mask but I still inhaled alot of dust/dirt/possibly asbestos. I can feel it all in my lungs and I keep coughing. Is there anything I can do to make it better? I do not smoke. I have allergies, but Claritin isn’t helping with my lungs.
Can I do something to clear this all out or do I just wait it out? It feels best to be outside, which it’s cold and rainy today, if that makes any difference. Thanks in advance.
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Answer by BabyPhat
Take mucenex (spelling is wrong) But pharmacy will know what your talking about.
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what does air pockets in the lungs mean?
Question by SUSAN M: what does air pockets in the lungs mean?
Can anybody help, i am 34 yrs old ,i have been suffering with breathlessness on exercetion,i have had a ct scan and have been told i have small air pockets in the bottom of both lungs, he has advised that i quite smoking(which i am trying) also to attend breathing classes, he said he will see me in 5mths if any change in air pockets then they will do a lung biopsy. has i was leaving my appointment today he said he wanted to take bllod tests because my face is quite red in colouring, then asked me if i suffer with stiff joints, i dont understand what a red face and stiff joints have to do with breathlessness, i then went home i still dont understand what is wrong,please help??????????
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Answer by Isness
The lungs are not empty pouches that you breath air in and out of. They are organs that have a spong like appearance, where the internal part of the lung is made of of little tiny air pockets. I don’t think this is what your doctor is refering to when he mentions holes. As far as redness in the face is concerned, the quality and rate of your breathing effects the heart, which in turn effects blood pressure and hence, the amount of color (or lack of color) in the face. As far as stiff joints are concerned? I’m sorry, I don’t know. My advice would be to get off of those ciggarettes as fast as possible, drink lots of fresh water, take flax seed oil, berry juice and veggies. Don’t change your diet to this overnight. But make it gradual. I wish you the best.
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granulomata lungs,spots on the lungs?
Question by Ruby W: granulomata lungs,spots on the lungs?
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Answer by CSlave
Past exposure to tuberculosis can cause this, if you’re talking about what it sounds like you’re talking about…
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damaging lungs at 17? not smoking?
Question by : damaging lungs at 17? not smoking?
room is very evry dusty, no matter what i do. my bed is covered with dust. whenever i sleep, i wake up feeling VERY clogged…as if id been breathing in dust.
will all this over the years give lung cancer, or something else.
its like liitle fibers coming out from the bed (maybe 1mm long),feathers, and dust
or might it just weaken my lungs and lower my life expectancy?
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Answer by Larry C
You can cause lung damage breathing in dust, or asthma, new mattress or at least a mattress cover is called for.
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Q&A: How do doctors do a biopsy on someone’s lungs?
Question by noevilmonkeys: How do doctors do a biopsy on someone’s lungs?
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Answer by coolchess123
first through the crv thing.. that detects cancer and other stuff.. then they inject, fall asleep, then look through a camera thru the mouth
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Are there any healthy things you can do for your lungs?
Question by : Are there any healthy things you can do for your lungs?
Obviously stay away from smoke and stuff, but is there anything you can do to make them healthier besides that?
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Answer by thekmancan
To make them healthy? Go to the woods. There is no cleaner air than what nature provides, so go out there for a few days and see how you feel when you return. Oxygen bars are also available, but I wonder as to their efficacy.
To keep them healthy? Keep a dust mask handy, and whenever you are in a shop or a dust blows up put it on. Avoid construction sites; concrete mix and insulation and drywall will ruin you. Avoid large cities, especially Hong Kong (nearly 50 percent of LAs air particulates come from China!).
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spot on the lungs…………….?
Question by jetti: spot on the lungs…………….?
my brother’s x-ray shows there’s a spot on his right lung but the doctor said it wasnt TB.
The doctor said he still have to make another xray on other views of the lung but i think we should only have xray once a year.The doctor hasnt figure it out yet. He just prescribed cough medicine but my brother lost it.
What could this be? i just hope its notTB
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Answer by J B
If your doctor was worried about this spot, he would have ordered additional tests to find out what it was. Sometimes, things appear and then go away. His doctor might order a CT scan to find out what this spot is or he could just take the watch and wait. Your brother (if he is an adult) is the one who will have to request further testing from his doctor or ask for a better explanation of the spot.
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Q&A: i have copd emphazima and broncitis and was told i was in end stage of lung disease lungs 12% how long for me
Question by Doris D: i have copd emphazima and broncitis and was told i was in end stage of lung disease lungs 12% how long for me
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Answer by the_only_solorose
end stage, likely less than six months. RIP
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Q&A: Why can’t multiple breast cancer mets in lungs just be surgically removed?
Question by Ninninnin: Why can’t multiple breast cancer mets in lungs just be surgically removed?
My wife tells me her doctor says that surgery is not feasible in her situation but I have trouble understanding why there is no quick-fix like just removing the spots in her lungs instead of going for weekly Herceptin treatments. She says the Herceptin is just keeping the cancer from growing any further but it isn’t actually shrinking anything. Shouldn’t she be getting more aggressive treatment to get rid of the cancer? She says that it’s a matter of balancing QOL with treatments and seems fine with the idea of living with cancer. She seems well now and lots of people have trouble believing that she really has cancer. I felt the same way for a long time but am coming to realize that she’s trying pretty hard to stay positive. I guess I’m really trying to figure out what I can do to make it all go away but know that I have to figure out how to deal with it instead.
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Answer by celianne
It is a terrible time for you, because you feel so helpless. I am also going through herceptin treatment, but my cancer is clear.
Just listen to what her doctors say and keep positive for her sake – she has got the right attitude. Enjoy every single hour with her – and I wish you both all the luck in the world.
God bless you.
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Q&A: What do small white spots in your lungs on an x-ray mean?
Question by : What do small white spots in your lungs on an x-ray mean?
I had a chest xray yesterday, and there are a few white masses in my lungs as well as a few small, solid white spots that are just as dense as my bones. What could this be?
(I have a doctors appointment tomorrow to discuss results but I’m a bit worried)
The white spots are all through. Not confined to one particular area.
The white masses look like solid white cobwebs and are concentrated particularly in the upper area of the lungs and also to the sides
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Answer by Tammy B
Large white areas on either side of the heart are called the hilum. The hilum is the area where the blood vessels and bronchi are concentrated in the lung. Other white spots could be blood vessels standing on end.
If the spot is abnormal it could be all sorts of things from masses to pneumonia.
Depends on where and what the spots look like.
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What are great healthy fruits for the lungs or vegetables?
Question by : What are great healthy fruits for the lungs or vegetables?
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Answer by Paul
All berries, especially blueberries and strawberries. Bananas, Mangoes, Pomegranates, Black or red grapes, Kiwis, Pears. Apples are ok but just about every other fruit outdoes them in nutritional value.
Remember that fruits contain quite a bit of sugars, although much healthier than say soda pop or candy sugars you still need to get the right amount of exercise.
Hot Peppers (Considered Fruits) are great if you can stomach them, the hotter the better. Put them in stews/soups, steam or cook them. Hot peppers (Jalapenos, Serranos, Chiles, etc) are loaded with a chemical called Capsicum, which stimulates your body to sweat and boosts your metabolism. Plus they are loaded with vitamin c and other minerals. Even the milder Anaheims and Pablanos are helpful. Plain bell peppers lack the spice benefit but are still packed with nutrients.
As far as vegetables Asparagus, Celery, Broccoli and Beets top my list. I don’t think there is really an “unhealthy” vegetable out there.
Avoid eating lots of corn or corn products (corn chips, Doritos, etc). Though it is not a vegetable it contains lots of unhealthy sugars and fats if you eat too much of it.
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What are the symptoms of boston terrier breast cancer spreading to the lungs?
Question by julie b: What are the symptoms of boston terrier breast cancer spreading to the lungs?
my 11 year old boston had a tumor on her breast that grew rapidly and opened up, she has extreme weight loss and hard labored breathing along with coughing. My vet said to try antibiotics for a few days to see if she responds before we move on, what are the symptoms of the cancer spreading to her lungs?
my 11 year old boston had a tumor on her breast that grew rapidly and opened up, she has extreme weight loss and hard labored breathing along with coughing. My vet said to try antibiotics for a few days to see if she responds before we move on, what are the symptoms of the cancer spreading to her lungs?
18 hours ago – 1 week left to answer.
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Answer by Ty B
I’m so sorry for your dog, and also sorry I don’t have an answer for you. Maybe the vet should do a chest X-ray to see if there’s cancer or just infection. Try posting your question in the pets-dogs section. There may be other pet owners who have had similar experiences. (Your question posted in the human section.)
Good luck…
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“nodule(s) found in my lung(s)?
Question by myheartisjames: “nodule(s) found in my lung(s)?
i am waiting to get a hard copy of the report. but the other day my primary care doctor’s office called to say that my routine x-ray done before bladder surgery showed a nodule… didn’t say where or how big or whatever.. just said they wanted me to have another chest x-ray in 3 MONTHS to see if it has grown. Three Months is a long time to wait. Have you heard about people having nodules and what sort of chance there is that it is lung cancer?
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Answer by chocolate.freckles
Nodules are generally not cancer. They are more like cysts. Three months is just a follow up Xray. If it were serious, they would not have you wait that long.
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What would be expected if the amount of interstitial fluid surrounding the capillary beds of the lungs were to?
Question by US GIRL: What would be expected if the amount of interstitial fluid surrounding the capillary beds of the lungs were to?
What would be expected if the amount of interstitial fluid surrounding the capillary beds of the lungs were to increase significantly?
The amount of oxygen entering the circulation from the lungs would increase.
The amount of carbon dioxide entering the lungs from the blood would increase.
The pressure would cause the capillary beds to burst.
The amount of oxygen entering the circulation from the lungs would decrease.
The amount of oxygen entering the circulation from the lungs would decrease, and the pressure would cause the capillary beds to burst.
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Answer by kendra
The amount of oxygen entering the circulation from the lungs would decrease.
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