Question 1

2.	what would a v/q scan tell the doctor about pulmonary blood flow to the affected part of the lung?

Accepted Answer

VQ scans: With a VQ scan, the v refers to "ventilation, and the q refers to blood flow. The test is designed as a test for a blood clot in the lung. When this happens you have a blockage to blood flow (abnormal or reduced q) but normal air flow (ventilation). Other diseases in the lungs tend to reduce both v and q similarly.

Question 2

what would a v/q scan tell a doctor about air flow through an affected part of the lung?

Accepted Answer

Possible PE: It is done to look for signs that may support the diagnosis for a pulmonary embolism.  If the area of the lung is getting air flow, but not blood flow, this is a mismatch. That supports a diagnosis of pe if there is othe supporting evidence.  If there is air flow and blood flow pe is less likely.

Question 3

when the doctor went in to take out fluids from the lung the fluid also had blood can it be lung cancer? they also said that there were spots on lungs

Accepted Answer

Many reasons: Blood in the fluid around the lungs (a pleural effusion) can be from many things such as inflammation, infections and cancer.  Your physician will send the fluid for analysis to determine why the fluid was present.

Question 4

for a female age 44 has covid-19 and today is day 9 after she showed symptoms , she's following the meds that doctor gave her , blood test shows anemia, but the scan shows no damage to the lungs, does it mean she's likely going to improve?

Accepted Answer

: The recovery period is variable, but usually within three weeks patients begin to return to their baseline, if there is no chronic illness. Post COVID symptoms may result, and if this occurs further follow up with your physician is recommended. Watch for signs of respiratory distress, shortness of breath and prolonged cough. Continue self isolation and keep her well hydrated.

Question 5

can a doctor tell if u had blood clot in ur lungs had pain but don't now?

Accepted Answer

Need ct: You need a ct scan of your chest to check for a blood clot in your lung.

Question 6

male 33, had a bad flu / virus unknown reasons went to doctor later on because of blood spitting, ct scan found nothing, no blootclot in the lungs, chest x-ray done nothing found, what is causing this? i'm not sure anymore. bronchoscopy coming soon?

Accepted Answer

: Blood in sputum when coughing (hemoptysis) is NOT UNCOMMON in acute bronchitis. I am not sure why bronchoscopy is indicated if chest X-ray and CT were normal unless your blood test results have revealed some hints for certain diseases which require bronchoscopy although CT was negative. Good luck with your next test.

Question 7

does midodrine reduce amount of blood flow in the lungs at all?

Accepted Answer

No: It is a peripheral α-adrenergic agonist, finds use in the clinical management of patients with orthostatic hypotension or hypotension secondary to other clinical conditions or drug therapies. In patients with refractory orthostatic hypotension oral midodrine increases standing blood pressure and improves symptoms of orthostatism, such as weakness, syncope, blurred vision and fatigue.

Question 8

can several blood clots in the lung be dangerous or do doctors leave them there?

Accepted Answer

Can be deadly: The size of the clot dictates how dangerous it is. Very very tiny emboli may not have much clinical consequence, unless it happens frequently. A large embolus that blocks large amounts of flow to the lung can cause symptoms including shortness of breath and even cardiac arrest. Unexpected shortness of breath should always be considered an emergency and evaluated by a doctor right away!

Question 9

pulmonary emboli or blood clots in the lung; deadly?  very dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Can be deadly: The size of the clot dictates how dangerous it is. Very very tiny emboli may not have much clinical consequence, unless it happens frequently. A large embolus that blocks large amounts of flow to the lung can cause symptoms including shortness of breath and even cardiac arrest. Unexpected shortness of breath should always be considered an emergency and evaluated by a doctor right away!

Question 10

hi doctor,

what kind of food help the lungs to eliminate tar and all chemical garbage in the lung for an ex smoker? and do you have others tips?

Accepted Answer

Smoke free: Remaining smoke free is the way to help your lungs clear themselves from smoking related debris. I am unaware of any food that will speed this process.

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When the doctor went in to take out fluids from the lung the fluid also had blood can it be lung cancer? they also said that there were spots on lungs

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For a female age 44 has covid-19 and today is day 9 after she showed symptoms , she's following the meds that doctor gave her , blood test shows anemia, but the scan shows no damage to the lungs, does it mean she's likely going to improve?

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Can a doctor tell if u had blood clot in ur lungs had pain but don't now?

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Male 33, had a bad flu / virus unknown reasons went to doctor later on because of blood spitting, ct scan found nothing, no blootclot in the lungs, chest x-ray done nothing found, what is causing this? i'm not sure anymore. bronchoscopy coming soon?

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Does midodrine reduce amount of blood flow in the lungs at all?

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