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What Causes Persistent Cough Despite Taking Steroid Shot And Hydrocodone?

M husband has a persistent cough, it started last Wed. that evening he went to the walk in clinic. Got a steroid shot, cough syrup & azithromicin. 3 day supply (2 a day). He had double ear infections small cloud on lower left lung, told upper respiratory infection, too much pollen in the air. Not better went back to the clinic Sat. Did blood work, 2.5 white blood count. got an inhaler & different antibiotic.(5 day) No better. Went to the clinic Monday, got different cough syrup( with hydrocodone) gave him a bad headache. went back to first cough syrup. & breathing machine to use 3 times a day. White blood count up 2.8. No improvement. He has had a hard time sleeping, mostly in the recliner. Every time he lays down he begins to cough really bad.
Wed, 3 May 2017
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Respected user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly.
*Underlying inflammation irritating bronchi & alveoli are responsible for his
condition.
*He requires hospitalisation with detail work up in form of X-ray Chest,
Pulmonary function test , Allergy tests & intensive management in form of
Specialised nursing care, IV antibiotics , bronchodilators to take care of the
condition.
@Till then, let him rest in semireclining position ( supporting back for 30-40
degrees ) , maintain his hydration levels , BP .
Hope this clears your query.
Thanks for using Health Care Magic & keeping trust in our medical services.
Wishing him fast speedy recovery for the same.
Regards take care.
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What Causes Persistent Cough Despite Taking Steroid Shot And Hydrocodone?

Respected user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly. *Underlying inflammation irritating bronchi & alveoli are responsible for his condition. *He requires hospitalisation with detail work up in form of X-ray Chest, Pulmonary function test , Allergy tests & intensive management in form of Specialised nursing care, IV antibiotics , bronchodilators to take care of the condition. @Till then, let him rest in semireclining position ( supporting back for 30-40 degrees ) , maintain his hydration levels , BP . Hope this clears your query. Thanks for using Health Care Magic & keeping trust in our medical services. Wishing him fast speedy recovery for the same. Regards take care.