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What Causes Persistent Wet Cough With Mucus And Shortness Of Breath Despite Negative Scans And TB Tests?

I have persistent wet cough with lot of mucus and short breath when the attack starts, this has been happening for more than 6 months, all scans and TB tests are negative. I am taking aspavor tablets and Nexiproz and also on Ozempic for diabetes. I m not sure what to do anymore,
Tue, 3 Sep 2024
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Hello,

You are advised to control your blood sugar level to prevent worsening of the symptoms. Wet cough is indicative of respiratory infection, heart condition (you are already on Aspavor) or lung condition. Gt clinically examined by an ENT or GP, get required tests and investigations done to diagnose the cause of wet cough and mucous. If need be, you will be referred to a cardiologist. Taking aspirin may also cause symptoms of shortness of breath, wheezing and worsening of nasal/sinus problems. This is seen in sensitive people.

Avoid taking cough suppressant when you have a wet cough. The cough is essential to moving mucus out of your lungs, where it’s interfering with breathing. Taking a cough suppressant when you have a wet cough may increase your risk of developing pneumonia, bronchiectasis, COPD etc., as it keeps the dirty mucus in your lungs and airways. Developing CHF, congestive heart failure also causes shortness of breath, fatigue and swelling of the legs or feet.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Persistent Wet Cough With Mucus And Shortness Of Breath Despite Negative Scans And TB Tests?

Hello, You are advised to control your blood sugar level to prevent worsening of the symptoms. Wet cough is indicative of respiratory infection, heart condition (you are already on Aspavor) or lung condition. Gt clinically examined by an ENT or GP, get required tests and investigations done to diagnose the cause of wet cough and mucous. If need be, you will be referred to a cardiologist. Taking aspirin may also cause symptoms of shortness of breath, wheezing and worsening of nasal/sinus problems. This is seen in sensitive people. Avoid taking cough suppressant when you have a wet cough. The cough is essential to moving mucus out of your lungs, where it’s interfering with breathing. Taking a cough suppressant when you have a wet cough may increase your risk of developing pneumonia, bronchiectasis, COPD etc., as it keeps the dirty mucus in your lungs and airways. Developing CHF, congestive heart failure also causes shortness of breath, fatigue and swelling of the legs or feet. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician