HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Severe Fatigue And Cough After Recovering From Bronchitis?

I had a difficult bout of bronchitis, was on antibiotics, steroids and cough syrup. Additionally I have some seasonal asthma, or so I think. I have inhalers, spiriva and monteluskcet. I m over the infection but by evening I have difficulty breathing and a tight cough, also extreme fatigue. Onset of the bronchitis was a month ago, I should be well by now
Thu, 15 Jun 2017
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hello,

In bronchitis, dyspnea and cough can be developed along with chest pain. If even after a month you are not improving than following work-up is done:
• Sputum examination
• Auscultation
• CBC
• Spirometry (it will assess severity and help in further management)

If you have asthma then it will be diagnosed by spirometry. If bronchoconstriction present than bronchodilator inhaler can be prescribed.

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

Regards,
Dr. Parth Goswami
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Severe Fatigue And Cough After Recovering From Bronchitis?

Hello, In bronchitis, dyspnea and cough can be developed along with chest pain. If even after a month you are not improving than following work-up is done: • Sputum examination • Auscultation • CBC • Spirometry (it will assess severity and help in further management) If you have asthma then it will be diagnosed by spirometry. If bronchoconstriction present than bronchodilator inhaler can be prescribed. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Parth Goswami