Having Cronic Cough , Inflammation Of The Lungs, Bloody Mucus,

Posted on Tue, 14 Jan 2020

Question: Having cronic cough, inflammation of the lungs, bloody mucus, coughing up blood, and nose bleeds. Also weezing, chest congestion and feel like asthma at times

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (43 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Get done chest x ray and PFT.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Ask a doctor forum.
I can understand your concern.
By your history and description, possibility of bronchitis or lung infection is more likely.
So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system, chest x ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).
Chest x ray is needed to rule out lung infection.
PFT is must for the diagnosis of bronchitis.
You may need antibiotics and inhaled bronchodilators.
Please let me know if you already done chest x ray and PFT.
I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Drkaushal85 (11 hours later)

Is there anything I can do or any over the counter meds I can take to ease up the coughing? The coughing is the biggest problem?

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (13 hours later)

Brief Answer:
You can take cough suppressants.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your follow up question on Ask a doctor forum.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, you can try cough suppressant syrups and oral cough suppressant medicine, Avil.
But better to consult doctor in person as soon as possible.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj