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What Are Symptoms Of Bronchitis Persisting Even After Completion Of Medications?
i was diagnosed with bronchits and given an oral steroid but still feel the same after medication has expired...i have shortness of breath (can't get enough air in lungs), feel like fluttering in my chest with heart beat, and get cold sweats...any info will be helpful
Thu, 25 Feb 2016
Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Bronchitis is inflammation of airways.
This inflammation causes bronchospasm and this in turn causes breathlessness.
Steroids are not mainstay of treatment for bronchitis.
Inhaled bronchodilators are the main stay of treatment. And you have not given this, so you are not improving.
So in my opinion, you should consult pulmonologist and start inhaled bronchodilators.
Don't worry, you will be alright.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
I can understand your concern.
Bronchitis is inflammation of airways.
This inflammation causes bronchospasm and this in turn causes breathlessness.
Steroids are not mainstay of treatment for bronchitis.
Inhaled bronchodilators are the main stay of treatment. And you have not given this, so you are not improving.
So in my opinion, you should consult pulmonologist and start inhaled bronchodilators.
Don't worry, you will be alright.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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