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What Causes Chest Congestion While Suffering From Acute Bronchitis?

I was diagnosed with acute Bronchitis almost 2 weeks ago, they prescribed me steroids and I late followed up with my primary care doctor and he prescribed me antibiotics, along with nasal drip and other medication, but every time I take a deep breath in my chest feels like it’s cogested or a little heavy , can that be turning into Phumonia
Fri, 9 Mar 2018
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Hello,

Yes, it can be turned in pneumonia but it cannot be said without listening to the lungs and maybe even an x ray is needed. Be sure to follow the doctor’s advice properly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Olgeta Xhufka
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What Causes Chest Congestion While Suffering From Acute Bronchitis?

Hello, Yes, it can be turned in pneumonia but it cannot be said without listening to the lungs and maybe even an x ray is needed. Be sure to follow the doctor’s advice properly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Olgeta Xhufka