What are the symptoms of bad lungs?
In recent years, with environmental pollution and changes in lifestyle, lung health problems have attracted increasing attention. The lungs are an important respiratory organ of the human body. Once problems occur, it will directly affect the health of the body. The following is a summary of common symptoms of lung discomfort and recent hot health topics to help everyone better understand lung health.
1. Common symptoms of bad lungs
| Symptoms | Specific performance | Possible reasons |
|---|---|---|
| persistent cough | Dry cough or phlegm that lasts for more than 2 weeks | Bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis, etc. |
| difficulty breathing | Shortness of breath and wheezing after activity | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma |
| chest pain | Pain that worsens when you take a deep breath or cough | Pleurisy, pulmonary embolism |
| blood in sputum | There are blood streaks or blood clots in the coughed up sputum | Lung cancer, tuberculosis |
| Fatigue | Feeling tired for a long time without relief after resting | Chronic lung disease causes hypoxia |
2. Recent hot health topics
In the past 10 days, discussions about lung health on the Internet have mainly focused on the following aspects:
| topic | heat index | Main content |
|---|---|---|
| The impact of smog on the lungs | ★★★★★ | Haze weather occurs in many places, experts remind us to pay attention to protection |
| COVID-19 sequelae and lung function | ★★★★☆ | Some recovered patients develop symptoms of pulmonary fibrosis |
| Dangers of electronic cigarettes | ★★★☆☆ | Study shows e-cigarettes may trigger 'popcorn lung' |
| Early screening for lung cancer | ★★★☆☆ | Low-dose CT examination can improve early detection rate |
3. How to protect lung health
1.quit smoking: Smoking is the main cause of lung cancer and COPD, and quitting smoking can significantly reduce the risk.
2.avoid air pollution: Reduce going out in hazy weather and wear N95 masks when necessary.
3.exercise regularly: Aerobic exercise such as swimming and jogging can enhance lung function.
4.diet conditioning: Eat more foods rich in vitamin C and E, such as citrus and nuts.
5.Regular physical examination: Smokers over 40 years old are recommended to have low-dose CT examinations every year.
4. Danger signs to be wary of
If the following symptoms occur, seek medical attention immediately:
| Symptoms | possible serious illness |
|---|---|
| Large amount of hemoptysis | Lung cancer, tuberculosis |
| Sudden severe chest pain | Pulmonary embolism, pneumothorax |
| progressive dyspnea | Pulmonary fibrosis, heart failure |
| Unexplained weight loss | malignant tumor |
5. TCM tips for nourishing the lungs
1. Massage regularlyTaiyuan point(radial end of wrist crease)
2. Edible in autumnSydney, lily, white fungusWaiting for lung nourishing ingredients
3. Practiceabdominal breathing: The abdomen expands when inhaling and contracts when exhaling
4. Avoidexcessive sadness, Chinese medicine believes that "sad lungs"
Lung health cannot be ignored. When symptoms of discomfort occur, you should seek medical examination in time. Through a healthy lifestyle and regular physical exams, we can better protect this important respiratory organ.
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