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How Can Chronic Cough And Shortness Of Breath Be Treated?
I recently recovered from a cold, however I retained a cough and a difficulty with catching my breath when climbing stairs. Probably bronchitis. I am a 67 year old male who has been a runner for the last 35 years, so it is frustrating to be unable to even jog, and the bronchitis disturbs my normal sleep. Any suggestions on treatment ( condition has persisted for about 6 weeks, with some swelling in my feet).
Mon, 5 Mar 2018
Hello,
As per your clinical history is concerned, please follow like this:
1) Do a clinical examination by your treating Doctor [pulmonologist] and to confirm it do few investigations [CBC with differential, Chest X-ray, and sputum culture].
2) Discuss about prescribed medications like [antibiotics and cough syrup] and add other medications as per investigation reports.
Do follow lifestyle modifications like this:
1) Try to avoid cigarette smoke. Cigarette smoke increases your risk of chronic bronchitis.
2) Get vaccinated for flu and pneumonia.
3) Try to wash your hands. To reduce your risk of catching a viral infection, wash your hands frequently and get in the habit of using hand sanitizers.
4) Wear a surgical mask when facing crowds.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo
As per your clinical history is concerned, please follow like this:
1) Do a clinical examination by your treating Doctor [pulmonologist] and to confirm it do few investigations [CBC with differential, Chest X-ray, and sputum culture].
2) Discuss about prescribed medications like [antibiotics and cough syrup] and add other medications as per investigation reports.
Do follow lifestyle modifications like this:
1) Try to avoid cigarette smoke. Cigarette smoke increases your risk of chronic bronchitis.
2) Get vaccinated for flu and pneumonia.
3) Try to wash your hands. To reduce your risk of catching a viral infection, wash your hands frequently and get in the habit of using hand sanitizers.
4) Wear a surgical mask when facing crowds.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo
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