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What Causes Severe Cough While Having COPD?

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Posted on Thu, 2 Feb 2017
Question: We are on vacation before we left my husband with copd went to dr . He had a bad cough the did xray all ok with chest and lungs. Said had acute bronchitus. Gave him rx cough meds and antibiotic. On for 3 days. Was drinking yesterday today coughed so much passed out for 5 seconds. Now breathing heavy What should I do

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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Is he having any fevers?

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have reviewed this information fully and this is consistent with a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract: Bronchitis. I think the doctors have gone even a step further to cover up with antibiotics. I am certain the treatment is okay and needs no further attention unless something else comes up. I will say you should continue with the prescribed medications. However, if he has a high fever, if he has serious breathing difficulties or a temperature of more than 100F, then consider getting to the hospital for evaluation again.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.

Brief Answer:
You are welcome!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Keep me updated. I Wish you all well.
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What Causes Severe Cough While Having COPD?

Brief Answer: Is he having any fevers? Detailed Answer: Hi, I have reviewed this information fully and this is consistent with a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract: Bronchitis. I think the doctors have gone even a step further to cover up with antibiotics. I am certain the treatment is okay and needs no further attention unless something else comes up. I will say you should continue with the prescribed medications. However, if he has a high fever, if he has serious breathing difficulties or a temperature of more than 100F, then consider getting to the hospital for evaluation again. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Brief Answer: You are welcome! Detailed Answer: Hi, Keep me updated. I Wish you all well.