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Hi, Ive Been Coughing For The Last Month. Its A
Question: hi, ive been coughing for the last month. its a pretty dry cough bit i do have a little post nasal drip. i thought it was my asthma or hayfever which has never been this bad before. ive tried antihistamines and a steroid inhaler and steroid nasal spray. ive got a humidifier too. cough getting worse and tight chest/mild shortness of breath, chest starting to hurt from so much coughing. not had a fever or tiredness during this time
Brief Answer:
You are likely to be having a respiratory tract infection which needs medic
Detailed Answer:
Hi....
Welcome to "Ask a Doctor"service.
I am Dr Ajeet XXXXXXX
I have gone through your query and here is my opinion.
You are likely to be having a lower respiratory tract infection.
An antibiotic course such as Amoxicillin 500 mg thrice a day and antihistamines like Levocetrizine 5mg at night time are prescribed to such patients.
Steam inhalation,throat lozenges and over the counter cough syrups help to control the cough.
As your symptoms are persisting since last one month and have worsened (in the form of breathlessness),I think that you should visit your clinician for complete evaluation and clinical examination.
He would go for your blood work including complete blood counts and X Ray of chest and would treat you accordingly.
Hope that I have answered your query.
Stay healthy and stay blessed.
Regards.
You are likely to be having a respiratory tract infection which needs medic
Detailed Answer:
Hi....
Welcome to "Ask a Doctor"service.
I am Dr Ajeet XXXXXXX
I have gone through your query and here is my opinion.
You are likely to be having a lower respiratory tract infection.
An antibiotic course such as Amoxicillin 500 mg thrice a day and antihistamines like Levocetrizine 5mg at night time are prescribed to such patients.
Steam inhalation,throat lozenges and over the counter cough syrups help to control the cough.
As your symptoms are persisting since last one month and have worsened (in the form of breathlessness),I think that you should visit your clinician for complete evaluation and clinical examination.
He would go for your blood work including complete blood counts and X Ray of chest and would treat you accordingly.
Hope that I have answered your query.
Stay healthy and stay blessed.
Regards.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
thanks. ive got a course of antibiotics that i havent started yet so will give that a go first. trying to avoid going to doctor or hospital as scared i will pick up corona. that sound ok?
Brief Answer:
Your respiratory tract infection may need medical attention
Detailed Answer:
Welcome back.
Yes...that sounds perfect.
During these times of spread of Corona pandemic,it is better to avoid visiting a hospital except during an emergency.
Do start the antibiotic course and keep a watch on the progress of your symptoms..
Maintain good hand hygiene and use tissues while sneezing and coughing.
Happy living.
Your respiratory tract infection may need medical attention
Detailed Answer:
Welcome back.
Yes...that sounds perfect.
During these times of spread of Corona pandemic,it is better to avoid visiting a hospital except during an emergency.
Do start the antibiotic course and keep a watch on the progress of your symptoms..
Maintain good hand hygiene and use tissues while sneezing and coughing.
Happy living.
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Kampana
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