What Causes Coughing And Wheezing After A Valve Replacement Surgery?

Posted on Sat, 4 Nov 2017

Question: I had heart valve replacement four weeks ago and have now developed a wheeze and crackly cough. Can I take anything to help me through the night

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (17 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Take levosalbutamol Nebulization.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.

By your symptoms, possibility of bronchospasm is more likely.
So bronchodilators like levosalbutamol should be taken via Nebulization for quick relief.
Sorry to say but no home remedies are effective for this.
You can try warm water gargles and steam inhalation.
It is better to consult emergency room for levosalbutamol Nebulization.

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

Follow up: Dr. Drkaushal85 (13 minutes later)

Thank you for reply. I am visiting GP tomorrow. I got a bit anxious trying to sleep but will prop myself up on pillows for tonight and hopefully breathing will be ok. I am in Australia so it's bed time for me!

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (3 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, sleeping in propped up position will help you.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your follow up question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern. Yes, propped up position will be useful in your case.
Do consult your doctor tomorrow without fail.. If symptoms worsen in night, immediately rush to emergency without waiting.
Hope I have solved your query. If you are not having further queries, then please close the conversation and rate my answer.
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Wish you good health. Thanks.

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