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Hi Doc I just took a xray recently and the results stated the i have atelectasis in my lower lung field, I used to work abroad specially in Middle East country and I m planning again to work abroad, can I still work abroad? Is there any medication to clear or removed the atelectasis? thanks
Thanks for your question on HCM. Atelectesis is partial collapse of lung segment. It is mostly due to retained secretions (mucus plugging) in the segmental bronchi So I advice you to consult pulmonologist and get done CT THORAX and Bronchoscopy. This will give you clear idea about which segment is involved and infection present or not. Treatment of atelectesis is 1. Antibiotics 2. Mucolytics and expectorant 3. Vigorous chest physiotherapy.
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Thanks for your question on HCM. Atelectesis is partial collapse of lung segment. It is mostly due to retained secretions (mucus plugging) in the segmental bronchi So I advice you to consult pulmonologist and get done CT THORAX and Bronchoscopy. This will give you clear idea about which segment is involved and infection present or not. Treatment of atelectesis is 1. Antibiotics 2. Mucolytics and expectorant 3. Vigorous chest physiotherapy.