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How To Treat Persistent Cough And Breathlessness While Having A Tonsillectomy?
My son had a tonsillectomy 6days ago and has been recovering really well. However, he has a really chesty cough and was on steroids and antibiotics a week before the op for this. Today he is very chesty, tearful and complaining of it being hard to breathe. He had s terrible night and j wondered if I persist with regular meds or if I should ring out dr?
Fri, 6 Apr 2018
Hello,
The persistent cough indicates underlying Respiratory Tract infection.
In our hospital, we recommend:
- Gargles with salted lukewarm water added Epsom salt.
- Antibiotic as per the culture report of throat swab.
- Plenty of liquids with dietary measures.
- An X-ray chest and blood tests as per the progress.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
The persistent cough indicates underlying Respiratory Tract infection.
In our hospital, we recommend:
- Gargles with salted lukewarm water added Epsom salt.
- Antibiotic as per the culture report of throat swab.
- Plenty of liquids with dietary measures.
- An X-ray chest and blood tests as per the progress.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
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