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Asked for Female | 22 Years

Why have I been coughing and struggling to breathe?

Patient's Query

I've been coughing for more than 3 weeks and sometimes I find it hard to breathe

Answered by Dr. Shweta Bansal

It seems like you’re having a hard time. Not being able to breathe well and coughing for more than 3 weeks is strange. A bad cold or even asthma can cause these problems. But it could also mean that there’s something wrong with your lungs. If you don’t take care of it right away, then you might have even more trouble later on. Usually, you’ll need drugs that help you breathe better and cure any infection. So I think seeing a pulmonologist as soon as possible would be the best thing to do.

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Questions & Answers on "Pulmonologyy" (240)

My name is Amal 31 years old. I have some breathing problem and using Serflo 125 synchrobreathe. now in heavy rain i have cold and cough please suggest best medicine for nebulizer

Male | 31

Serflo 125 synchrobreathe is good but you need something more. You may want to try using Budecort respules with your nebulizer. These will help reduce any swelling inside your air passages which should make them wider and easier to breathe through. Do not forget about following the prescribed dosage exactly as instructed. But do visit your doctor before starting the medication.

Answered on 23rd Aug '24

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I am looking after my dad that has end of life copd.hes not eating much very weak talks in his sleep and fidgety and is getting withdrawn from peopl

Male | 83

Extreme fatigue and loss of appetite could be caused by COPD. Sometimes people may talk while asleep, be restless, or become unresponsive during this period. This means that the body is extremely weak. Right now, what is most important is to make sure he is relaxed all the time, don’t force him to eat too much but give him small amounts of food often. 

Answered on 13th June '24

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My mother has sarcoidosis fibrotic ILD patient.last night her oxygen saturation 87 to 90. But physically she is normal .plz suggest what should i do.

Female | 66

The scarred and stiff lung tissue in sarcoidosis fibrotic ILD makes it hard for air to get in.  If her oxygen level drops below normal, she does not have enough oxygen in her body. It can be really bad. Even if she seems fine, low oxygen can hurt her. Assure that her doctor’s instructions for using oxygen are strictly followed. In case there is no improvement, call for emergency medical services immediately.

Answered on 14th June '24

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I have a lot of cough and shortness of breath, what medicine can I take?

Male | 19

ALOT of cough and shortness OF BREATH may indicate BRONCHITIS.. Medicine like ALBUTEROL may help.. Consult your DOCTOR before taking any medication..

Answered on 23rd May '24

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What are the diseases that mimicks tb?

Male | 45

Several diseases can have symptoms that resemble tuberculosis, making diagnosis more challenging. Some conditions that mimic TB include non tuberculous mycobacterial infections, fungal infections, pneumonia, lung cancer, and sarcoidosis. These diseases can cause respiratory symptoms similar to Tb, such as cough, fever, and chest pain..

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Cough..very hard.........

Male | 30

Your cough sounds very inte­nse. A severe­ cough can signify illnesses like che­st infections, throat infections, allergie­s, or asthma. Stay hydrated, use a humidifier, and take­ cough medicine if require­d. If it persists, see a pulmonologist. Seve­re coughing fits are difficult. Coughs sometime­s indicate underlying conditions. Persiste­nt coughing warrants medical attention. Reme­dies like fluids and humidifiers provide­ temporary relief.

Answered on 24th July '24

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Good afternoon,I'm Mr.Tikei Kepeli from Papua New guinea,age around 40s and would like to enquire on my illness. 1.I experience hot,cold,vomit and head pain last year October 2023. 2. Doctor requested me to check HIV and and do chest xray for tubercolosis -Both results came negative and still I felt sick. 3. Jan-24 Doctor instructed me to check ESR and my ESR stands as 90 and Doctor suspected of Disimenated tubercolosis and put me on tuberculosis drug and after two weeks of tubercolosis drug went back to check esr,my esr came down to 35 from 90.Now i'm on second phase meaning it's 4 months of taking tubercolosis drug. But I'm still feeling all these. - one or two days I feel OK but after that; - I feel head heavy,joints num,feels like my stomach is empty,unconscious type and bit shortness of breath. - And it makes me hungry and I eat alot.Im not loosing much weight but still maintains my body. **I'm confused what type of sick is this? Please help me advise.

Male | 42

The­ tests show you may have a sickness. Your body is fighting it. The­ TB medicine is helping, but sickne­sses can take time to go away. Ke­ep taking your medicine like­ the doctor said. Tell the doctor if you fe­el new things. Stay hopeful! Follow what the­ doctor says.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Hi dr this is saikiran from night onwards iam getting Wet cough continuesly

Male | 24

A wet cough that keeps on going for a long time can be a sign of various other underlying ailments such as bronchitis, pneumonia, and asthma. It is recommended to visit a doctor who can evaluate your symptoms and offer you the right treatment. If the symptoms are serious or continue too long, it may be best to see a pulmonologist.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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My daughter has had a pretty bad cough since Wednesday. We know it’s bronchitis, but we need some over-the-counter medicine for her to take. Do you have any recommendations?

Female | 13

if this is bronchitis, the problem is that there may be some swelling inside her lungs’ airways. It causes coughing, mucus and sometimes fever too. Give her lots of water to drink and let her have enough bed rest. Additionally, consider buying an OTC cough syrup with dextromethorphan for her. This will relieve the irritation in the throat making the cough less frequent and more productive. Do not exceed the recommended dose on the label without consulting a doctor or pharmacist first. 

Answered on 27th May '24

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Fever and cough since 2days

Male | 23

If you've got a fe­ver and cough lasting 2 days, chances are it's due­ to a viral infection. Your body increases te­mperature to fight off the virus inte­rnally. Resting up, staying hydrated, and taking acetaminophe­n eases symptoms. Howeve­r, worsening issues or breathing trouble­s require prompt medical atte­ntion.

Answered on 5th Aug '24

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Is tramadol risky for a 99 year old woman? It was given to grandmother at nursing home and she started running out of breath.

Female | 99

This is especially risky for a 99-year-old woman. Tramadol may lead to respiratory problems among older adults. If she experiences any breath shortness; it is crucial to discontinue use of this drug immediately and seek medical attention. The doctor will provide necessary assistance on how to manage such symptoms as well as finding another less harmful medicine.

Answered on 25th June '24

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Chest e onek cough jome gache. Khasi hoche onek.

Female | 35

CHEST COUGH can be due to several causes. It can be due to viral infection, allergies, or asthma. If you have a fever or difficulty breathing, see a doctor.. Drink plenty of fluids and rest to help the body fight infection. Avoid smoking and use a humidifier to ease cough.. Over-the-counter cough medicine can help, but ask a doctor first.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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