Question 1

hi, my husband has been diagnosed  with bullous on the lung. he is in so much pain, the doctor has put him on celebrex (celecoxib) & oxycontin .he is getting wors?

Accepted Answer

Bullous emphysema: Results when the walls of air-carbon dioxide exchanging alveoli break down to form a larger sac, a bulla. With fewer alveoli, one has more & more difficulty breathing & body is being slowly deprived of oxygen. If he is still smoking, he must stop or the condition will progressively get worse. Pulmonologist may prescribe oxygen as temporary measure. Must avoid others smoking, too.

Question 2

life  span for fibrocystic disease of the lung after diagnosis?

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Highly variable: Lifespan really depends on your pulmonary function.  Some people can live for years after a diagnosis of pulmonary fibrosis while others pass much sooner.  Speak with a pulmonary doctor and check your performance status.  Lung transplants have been done successfully for patients with end stage pulmonary fibrosis.  Hope this helps.

Question 3

how is the pleura attached to the lung?  can it come off in some diseases?

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Visceral / Parietal: The lining (pleura) of the lungs consists of the visceral and pleural lining. There is a virtual (potential) space between the two and they slide back and forth without issues in most people. In a variety of inflammatory states (cancer, pneumonia, chf) fluid can accumulate between these two layers. Treat can include drainage by various methods.

Question 4

how is sacordosis of the lung formed ? , what is the life span for somebody that is diagnosed with it . this is a rare disease can you die from it ?

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See below: Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory condition of unknown cause. The disease course is variable and can generally be controlled with  steroids. You may visit this site for more information on this topic:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sarcoidosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350358

Question 5

how is sacordosis of the lung formed ? , what is the life span for somebody that is diagnosed with it . this is a rare disease based on research so can you die from it ?

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Unknown: We are not sure what causes sarcoidosis; it is likely an environmental exposure that occurs in susceptible individuals due to genetics. Some people can die from sarcoidosis but many others recover completely and have no further disability. It is important to see a doctor for this condition, preferably one with a lot of experience in treating patients with sarcoidosis.

Question 6

what is the lung disease where you get liquid in your lungs? what are the symptoms?

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Lungs: Pulmonary edema. There is difficulty breathing, excess sweating, pale skin, may cough blood.

Question 7

hi my name is emily and i had a moderate case of covid-19 in november. my most recent medical records state that i have low lung volumes and airspace disease at the lung base. what exactly does that mean and will it go away??

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Review: A virtual consult is available with Healthtap. Upload report and images for review.There is a structural change described. Follow up PFTs and imaging is indicated. There may be improvement over time.

Question 8

does cardiovascular disease lead to clots in the lung?

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Broadly defined, yes: The most common form of clots in the lung are pulmonary emboli, which may be caused by vascular processes on the venous side of the circulation. Phlebitis of the large veins in the legs or pelvis (especially in women who have experienced childbirth), precipitated by inactivity, hormone therapy, occlusion, or clotting disorders can increase risk.  Variety of prevention & treatment strategies exist.

Question 9

can paget's disease in the lung associated with lung cancer?

Accepted Answer

Please clarify: There are three different diseases named for dr paget, but none affects the lung directly. Paget's of bone seen on chest x-ray is not a cancer risk. Paget's of breast warns of an underlying breast cancer that might spread. Paget's of the bottom is a low-aggressiveness skin malignancy without lung involvement. Sorry for the confusion, hope you can sort things out & good luck.

Question 10

does a finding of interstitial thickening of the lung mean interstitial lung disease? or does it mean my lungs are inflamed from my asthma?

Accepted Answer

Descriptive: Finding refers to description of lung appearance by radiologist. A general term that could be related to many causes of lung inflammation from infection to heart failure to other more chronic diseases. Need to take findings in context to rest of current health situation as this may be something that resolves quickly or over time depending on cause or may not resolve if due to longer term issue.

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Hi, my husband has been diagnosed with bullous on the lung. he is in so much pain, the doctor has put him on celebrex (celecoxib) & oxycontin .he is getting wors?

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Life span for fibrocystic disease of the lung after diagnosis?

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How is the pleura attached to the lung? can it come off in some diseases?

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How is sacordosis of the lung formed ? , what is the life span for somebody that is diagnosed with it . this is a rare disease can you die from it ?

A member asked:

How is sacordosis of the lung formed ? , what is the life span for somebody that is diagnosed with it . this is a rare disease based on research so can you die from it ?

A member asked:

What is the lung disease where you get liquid in your lungs? what are the symptoms?

A member asked:

Hi my name is emily and i had a moderate case of covid-19 in november. my most recent medical records state that i have low lung volumes and airspace disease at the lung base. what exactly does that mean and will it go away??

A member asked:

Does cardiovascular disease lead to clots in the lung?

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Can paget's disease in the lung associated with lung cancer?

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Does a finding of interstitial thickening of the lung mean interstitial lung disease? or does it mean my lungs are inflamed from my asthma?

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