HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Shallowness In Lungs And Septicemia?

My sister has been told that she has a shadow on the lung and septicemia and they have put her on steroids and running more tests. Have read a little bit about this and wondering whether drink would play a factor in this? She does like to drink socially quite a bit, but she is only 38. Just a bit worried for her!
Thu, 30 Nov 2017
Report Abuse
Pulmonologist,  's  Response
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, alcohol habit can cause these symptoms.
Alcohol intake actually reduces immunity.
So person who drinks alcohol is at higher risk of infections.
This person is also at risk of uncommon and drug resistant infections.
So shadows in her lungs are mostly due to bilateral severe pneumonia which is causing septicemia.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your sister. Thanks.
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Shallowness In Lungs And Septicemia?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, alcohol habit can cause these symptoms. Alcohol intake actually reduces immunity. So person who drinks alcohol is at higher risk of infections. This person is also at risk of uncommon and drug resistant infections. So shadows in her lungs are mostly due to bilateral severe pneumonia which is causing septicemia. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your sister. Thanks.