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07/19/2024

At What Age Is Narcolepsy Diagnosed?

Narcolepsy is a life-long condition that can present at any age. Its onset ranges anywhere between early childhood and 50+ years of age, although it is most commonly diagnosed in those around the 15 and 36-year age marks. Narcolepsy is not progressive, and the various levels of symptoms experienced by the afflicted can often make it harder to diagnose, especially in young children.

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07/15/2024

What Are the Causes of Pleural Effusion?

There are numerous reasons why pleural effusion may occur, and they differ with the type of fluid present. The primary cause of transudate fluid in the pleural space is congestive heart failure, as high blood pressure and fluid accumulation make the blood vessels leakier. A partial collapse of lung tissue can also cause a transudative diffusion due to negative pressure changes within the cavity.

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07/12/2024

What Are the Main Differences Between COPD & Asthma?

COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) and asthma are both chronic lung conditions that affect breathing, but they have some key distinctions. Here's a breakdown of the main differences:

Underlying Cause: COPD is primarily caused by damage to the lungs, often due to long-term exposure to cigarette smoke. This damage leads to narrowed airways and loss of lung elasticity, making it difficult to exhale fully. Asthma, on the other hand, is an inflammatory condition where the airways become hyperreactive to certain triggers. These triggers can cause the airways to narrow and produce mucus, leading to wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness.

Symptoms and Progression: COPD symptoms typically worsen over time, with a persistent cough, difficulty breathing, and a feeling of tightness in the chest. Asthma symptoms can come and go, often triggered by allergens, irritants, or exercise. Asthma attacks can be sudden and severe, but with proper medication, they can usually be brought under control. While both conditions can limit your ability to breathe, COPD is generally considered a more progressive disease with fewer treatment options to reverse lung damage.

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07/08/2024

What Are the Symptoms of Lung Problems?

The symptoms of lung problems will vary from one person to another based on each individual person's health and the presentation of the illness. Symptoms will also vary widely depending on the condition or disease that the person is afflicted by. As the lungs are part of the larger respiratory system, symptoms of lung problems will commonly affect the sufferer's ability to breathe in some way. Some conditions can impact a person's ability to breathe in oxygen, while others will affect the expulsion of carbon dioxide back out of the lungs. In other cases, people can experience wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing, high blood pressure, and chest pain.

Symptoms can vary in severity and coincide with symptoms of some minor conditions such as colds, the flu, bronchitis, and allergies. When symptoms are severe, last for longer than 3 months, recur, or don't respond to over-the-counter or prescription treatment, it is best to get checked by a lung specialist, also known as a pulmonary specialist or pulmonologist in order to determine if there is a more serious condition at hand.

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07/05/2024

What is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease that makes breathing increasingly difficult. It's often caused by long-term exposure to irritants that damage the lungs, with cigarette smoking being the leading culprit. Over time, this damage narrows the airways and destroys the air sacs (alveoli) responsible for gas exchange in the lungs. This makes it harder for oxygen to reach the bloodstream and for carbon dioxide to be expelled.

COPD is characterized by symptoms like shortness of breath, especially during exertion, a persistent cough that may produce mucus (phlegm), wheezing, and chest tightness. These symptoms typically worsen over time and can significantly impact daily activities. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing COPD and preventing further lung damage.

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07/01/2024

How is Asthma Diagnosed?

Diagnosing asthma typically involves a multi-pronged approach to assess your symptoms, medical history, and lung function. Doctors first gather information through a detailed discussion. They'll ask about the frequency, severity, and triggers of your wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. They'll also explore your family history of asthma and allergies, as well as any potential environmental triggers you've identified.

Following the discussion, lung function tests are often used to confirm an asthma diagnosis. Spirometry, a common test, measures how much air you can forcefully exhale and how quickly you can empty your lungs. Another option is a peak flow test, which gauges how hard you can breathe out using a small handheld device. These tests help assess how well your airways are functioning and if they narrow in response to certain stimuli.

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06/28/2024

Are Sleep Disorders Psychological or Biological?

Sleep difficulties are linked to both biological and psychological problems. Sleep problems can both contribute to or exacerbate mental health conditions and can also be a symptom of other mental health conditions. They can also be passed down genetically, affecting offspring with similar symptoms. Therefore, sleep disorders can be either psychological or biological.

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06/24/2024

What are the Common Pulmonary Diseases?

Condition that affects the upper or lower respiratory system, includes all of the following:

-Asthma
-Bronchiectasis
-Bronchitis
-Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
-Cystic fibrosis
-Emphysema
-Lung cancer
-Insomnia
-Interstitial lung diseases, such as sarcoidosis
-Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
-Occupational lung diseases from inhaling certain chemicals, dust, or proteins, such as asbestosis
-Pleural effusion
-Pulmonary fibrosis
-Pulmonary hypertension
-Pneumonia
-Tuberculosis

If you are dealing with any of the above conditions or symptoms, we would be happy to provide you with first-rate treatment at the Dr. Luis Mesa, MD, pulmonary and sleep disorders clinic.

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06/21/2024

What Are Some Common Symptoms of TB (Tuberculosis)?

It is very common for a person with a TB infection to experience little to no symptoms initially. Once a person begins to notice these symptoms, the bacteria have become active in the body. When the TB bacterial infection becomes active, a person may start to notice many symptoms, including:

- Night sweats
- Persistent cough lasting longer than 3 weeks
- Unusual loss of appetite
- Abnormal weight loss
- Fever
- General body fatigue

If TB does happen to progress, the cough may get worse, and the person may initially begin to cough up blood.

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06/17/2024

How is COPD diagnosed?

If a person has COPD, at first, they might not have any symptoms at all. However, the disease worsens, so symptoms will eventually show up and become more severe. The symptoms can include:

- Coughs that produce a lot of mucus.
- Frequent coughing.
- Wheezing.
- A whistling/squeaking sound during breathing.
- Shortness of breath, especially during physical activity.
- Chest tightness.

Sometimes a person with COPD will frequently get respiratory infections like colds or the flu. COPD may even cause weight loss, weakness in the lower muscles, and swelling in the lower extremities in severe cases.

To diagnose COPD, a doctor will look for the aforementioned symptoms in a patient. The doctor will also ask about the patient's medical history and family history and may perform lab tests like a lung function test, a chest x-ray/CT scan, and/or a blood test.

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06/14/2024

What Is a Pulmonary Procedure?

There are numerous different pulmonary procedures for both the treatment and diagnosis of pulmonary disorders or diseases! One of the most common diagnostic pulmonary procedures is bronchoscopy. With bronchoscopy, a flexible tube (bronchoscope) is passed through your mouth and throat and into the lung airways. The bronchoscope has a tiny camera attached to it so that the pulmonary doctor can take images of the lungs and check for any problems.

Another standard pulmonary procedure for pleural effusion treatment is called thoracentesis, otherwise known as a pleural tap. It is performed when there is excess fluid in the pleural space putting pressure on your lungs. In this procedure, a needle is inserted between the ribs in your back until it reaches the pleural space in your lungs, where it will drain the excess fluid. Thoracentesis is performed under a topical anesthetic to numb the skin on the back. As such, you should not feel any pain during the procedure.

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06/10/2024

Is Upper Respiratory Infection Contagious?

Most often, yes, upper respiratory infection is contagious and caused by a virus. It can spread via coughing or sneezing if a person inhales respiratory droplets that contain the virus. It can also spread via an object that has been exposed to the virus if a person touches the object and then touches his or her nose or mouth, or touches the object directly to the mouth. Because viral infections can spread so quickly within a household or even a classroom, it's important to address them quickly.

Dr. Luis J. Mesa, MD Pulmonary and Sleep Disorders
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1250 E Hallandale Beach Boulevard Suite 205 A
Hallandale Beach, FL
33009

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm

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+13054404499

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https://www.luismesamd.com/

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