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Have you ever been in such a situation? A person often feels short of breath when he sleeps at night and wakes up feeling like he has run a five-kilometer marathon.
It may sound like it's just a day of exhaustion, but if this becomes the norm, it may be more than just fatigue.
Imagine a taxi driver who works 12 hours a day and sleeps at night with a feeling of pressure in his chest and difficulty breathing.
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At first, he thought it might be too tired from work or a little heart problem, but when the symptoms didn't go away, he finally decided to go to the hospital for a full check-up. The results of the examination revealed a small tumor in his lung, and this sudden diagnosis made him realize that those seemingly ordinary sleep problems may be the body's more serious health warnings.
So, what are the possible manifestations of lung tumors in the early stages? Persistent dyspnea, especially at night, can be a sign that space in the lungs is being occupied.
Another example is a frequent nocturnal cough, especially a dry cough, which may be more than just a common cold. Also, if you find that you sweat abnormally at night, even in a suitable temperature, it may be that your body is trying to flush out toxins from your body through sweat.
Let's take another example: let's say a programmer who works a lot of overtime often feels chest tightness and fatigue at night, but he thinks it's just due to the exertion of being in front of the computer for a long time.
Until he started noticing that his sleep quality had dropped dramatically, waking up often at night feeling short of breath and sometimes even needing to sit up to breathe well.
He was later examined and found that his lung function was significantly worse than before, and although no tumor was directly detected, the doctor warned him that these symptoms should not be ignored and further examination and observation were required.
These cases tell us that we should be more vigilant when there are these sleep abnormalities, especially for those whose lungs are not already well.
Lung diseases, especially lung cancer, may not have obvious symptoms in the early stages, and it is often through these subtle changes that they are first noticed. Therefore, for people with perennial lung problems, these small signs of sleep may be an early warning of a major problem.
It is important to recognise that everyone's physical condition is different, and therefore, each of the symptoms mentioned here, is not a definitive marker of a lung tumor, but they are potential signs to look out for.
If you or someone close to you has a similar condition, it is advisable to have a professional medical examination as soon as possible, as early detection and early treatment are especially important for lung diseases.
There are some less obvious signs that can also be early warning signs of a problem with the lungs, and many times, these signals are manifested in other aspects of the body rather than directly related to the respiratory system, so they are often overlooked.
Imagine a retired teacher who is a gardener and recently finds himself feeling unusually tired and his heart pounding when doing light physical activities, such as gardening or going up and down stairs.
This symptom has never been seen before. At first, he thought it might just be a general decline in physical strength brought on by old age, but as time went on, the fatigue became more and more severe and seemed disproportionate to the amount of daily activity he was doing.
In this case, many people may not immediately think of lung problems, but more about heart disease or some other common conditions in old age.
However, at the suggestion of his family, the teacher went to the hospital for a comprehensive physical examination, and it was found that his blood oxygen saturation was low, which was a clear sign that the lungs were not able to exchange gas effectively, and further examination found that there was a shadow in his lungs, which was diagnosed as a lung tumor.
This example reveals an important point: generalized fatigue and a persistent state of low energy that cannot be relieved by regular rest may be an indirect sign of lung health problems. This fatigue is especially alarming when it is accompanied by shortness of breath or a disproportionate rapid heartbeat after activity.
Let's look at another situation, if there is a sales manager who travels a lot, he starts to notice that he loses his appetite and loses weight for no reason in a short period of time.
Although he thought it might be due to work stress and irregular diet, this unexplained weight loss and loss of appetite did not improve over time. Following the advice of relatives and friends, he went to the hospital for a check-up and found that he had an abnormal lump in his lungs.
Weight loss and loss of appetite are common symptoms in many diseases, including digestive disorders, endocrine disorders, etc., but they can also be a reaction of the body to the presence of lung tumors. Lung health issues should be considered, especially when these symptoms are not related to any gastrointestinal condition.
It is not difficult to find that many of the body's signals may indirectly point to abnormalities in the lungs. In the face of such symptoms, if only the obvious causes are considered and possible lung problems are ignored, the opportunity for early detection and treatment of the disease may be missed.
Therefore, for frequent symptoms such as unexplained fatigue, weight loss, loss of appetite, etc., especially in the absence of significant changes in lifestyle or eating habits, it is recommended to have a lung health test to rule out or confirm the possibility of lung disease.
A variety of physical manifestations can be an indirect warning of a lung problem, even if these signals may seem unrelated to the lungs. This may not be the first thing that comes to most people's minds, but it is precisely because of this that we need to be more aware and vigilant about these kinds of symptoms.
Some of the routine considerations in life are especially important for those with chronically poor lungs, but in addition to regular health advice, there are some special measures that may not be well known that can help them better manage their health.
We often stress the importance of quitting smoking and avoiding secondhand smoke, as smoking is one of the leading causes of lung cancer and other lung diseases. But for those who already have lung problems, in addition to quitting smoking, attention should also be paid to reducing air pollution in the house.
Indoor air pollution doesn't just come from tobacco smoke, common household cleaning products, burning wood and coal, and even interior decoration materials can release harmful gases and particulate matter.
For example, using a cleaning product that is fragrance-free or low in volatile organic compounds can significantly reduce irritation to the lungs, thereby reducing the risk of further lung damage.
We know that too much or too low humidity is not good for lung health, and too much humidity can easily breed mold and bacteria, which is a potential health threat for people with poor lung function; If the air is too dry, it can irritate the already sensitive airways and lungs.
A simple solution to this problem is to use a humidifier or dehumidifier to control the humidity in the room. Remember to clean your equipment regularly to prevent bacteria and mold from growing and maintain the right humidity.
These strategies may not all sound new, but what makes them unique is that they are interconnected and applied together, providing a comprehensive set of lifestyle modification recommendations for people with unhealthy lungs.
Everyone's living environment and habits are different, so in practice, these recommendations need to be adjusted and optimized according to the specific situation of the individual. Through this holistic management approach, it can effectively help people improve their lung health and improve their quality of life.
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Zhuang Min, Effect and Mechanism of Health Qigong Yanglung Formula on Cognitive Function in Patients with Stable Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease , Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 2023-07-07