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Suggest Treatment For Chest Infection

Hi ive been out of hospital a week after chest infection as i have copd and this rare bug citrobacter koseri .the drs had never heard of it but even though i have finished all my anti.biotics the dr said i have to stay away from the family .also gave my husband a dose of antibiotics in case he gets it i was wo dering if it is contagious .
Mon, 17 Jul 2017
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Respected user , Hi
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

* Treatment of chest infection has multi modality approach

- Antibiotics according to the culture report .
- Bronchodilators , decongestants according to the symptoms .
- Supportive care of nursing .
- Balanced nutritious diet .
- Regular walking in fresh air , exercises , YOGA
- Avoidance of alcohol , smoking
- Sound regular sleep of 7 - 8 hrs .
- Avoid exposure to dusty environments , if needed use face mask

Hope to clarify your query
Welcome for further assistance
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com & giving opportunity to assist
Wishing fine recovery
Regards dear take care
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Suggest Treatment For Chest Infection

Respected user , Hi Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com I have evaluated your query thoroughly . * Treatment of chest infection has multi modality approach - Antibiotics according to the culture report . - Bronchodilators , decongestants according to the symptoms . - Supportive care of nursing . - Balanced nutritious diet . - Regular walking in fresh air , exercises , YOGA - Avoidance of alcohol , smoking - Sound regular sleep of 7 - 8 hrs . - Avoid exposure to dusty environments , if needed use face mask Hope to clarify your query Welcome for further assistance Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com & giving opportunity to assist Wishing fine recovery Regards dear take care