Had TB and covid. Feeling breathlessness

Experiencing breathlessness after having TB, COVID, and undergoing a microlaryngoscopy with a cordectomy, combined with your biopsy results indicating infiltrative well-differentiated squamous cell carcinoma, is a complex situation. First, with your history, it’s important that your breathlessness be thoroughly evaluated. This symptom can result from multiple causes including residual effects of TB or COVID, or possibly related to the current cancer diagnosis. Given the biopsy result showing squamous cell carcinoma, it’s crucial to discuss treatment options with an oncologist. Even though you have not yet had radiation or chemotherapy, these are typical interventions for managing carcinoma, depending on the stage and location of the cancer. The oncologist will provide a detailed plan tailored to your specific case, which may include radiation, chemotherapy, surgery, or a combination thereof. Next, for your breathlessness, it would be advisable to see a pulmonologist to assess how much of this symptom is related to your lung history or the recent cancer diagnosis. Pulmonary function tests, imaging studies, and possibly another laryngoscopic examination may be required to pinpoint the cause of breathlessness. Meanwhile, maintain a healthy lifestyle with a focus on breathing exercises such as diaphragmatic breathing or pursed-lip breathing, which can help in managing breathlessness. It’s also important to monitor for any signs of worsening such as increased difficulty in breathing, chest pain, or coughing up blood, and seek immediate medical attention if these occur. Regular follow-up with your healthcare providers is essential. Keep track of your symptoms and communicate openly with your doctors to adjust your management plan as needed.