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Is Cough And Shortness Of Breath Common Post Stent Placement
Hi Dr. Prabhakar, My brother who is 34 suffered from unstable angina and has now had a stent placed in his leg near the groin to open his artery. He seems to be doing better now though he has a residual cough/shortness of breath when he speaks. Is this normal?
Mon, 31 Aug 2015
Hi Sir,
I understand your concern.
Symptoms of cough post stenting can be due to residual volume overload or could be related to mild upper respiratory tract infection.
So I advise him to get a chest x ray and 2 D Echo of heart to look for any abnormality.
Once ruled out, cough suppressants and Antibiotics will be helpful.
Continue with your present medication.
Consult cardiologist for expert management.
Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.
I understand your concern.
Symptoms of cough post stenting can be due to residual volume overload or could be related to mild upper respiratory tract infection.
So I advise him to get a chest x ray and 2 D Echo of heart to look for any abnormality.
Once ruled out, cough suppressants and Antibiotics will be helpful.
Continue with your present medication.
Consult cardiologist for expert management.
Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.
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