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What Causes Constant Sinus Drainage And Congestion In Chest Despite Antibiotics?
I have had mycoplasma and taken all of my antibiotics and feel much better but I still have an almost constant need to cough due to the congestion that is in my chest making it difficult to breath at times. I also have lots of sinus drainage. I have been using the cough syrup that my doctor has subscribed.
Wed, 18 Nov 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of sinus drainage and congestion in chest despite antibiotics which is due to post nasal drip which occurs when infection like sinusitis left untreated . Infection spread down the respiratory track and can cause laryngitis and chest congestion. You should take steam twice a day to relieve congestion , apply hot compresses on chest and do drink glass of warm water with one spoon of honey in it . I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist without any delay to prevent further complication like lung infection. Doctor may order CT scan ,chest x-ray , allergy test and blood test . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics at least for 10 days. you should take cough expectorants as well.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of sinus drainage and congestion in chest despite antibiotics which is due to post nasal drip which occurs when infection like sinusitis left untreated . Infection spread down the respiratory track and can cause laryngitis and chest congestion. You should take steam twice a day to relieve congestion , apply hot compresses on chest and do drink glass of warm water with one spoon of honey in it . I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist without any delay to prevent further complication like lung infection. Doctor may order CT scan ,chest x-ray , allergy test and blood test . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics at least for 10 days. you should take cough expectorants as well.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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