Q: i got a sudden deep cough with wheezing and have ashtma. could this be an ashtma attack? should i head to er or wait and see the doctor

Wheezing=asthma: Given a history of asthma, one should consider any wheezing episode as an asthma exacerbation. Albuterol (ProAir, Proventil, (albuterol) Ventolin) should be used as your rescue medication during flare-ups, usually 2 puffs every 4 hours. If wheezing does not stop after first dose Albuterol, an evaluation is warranted. Your doctor should be able to advise you on the next course of action, so call now!

Q: are any special tests needed, or can a regular doctor see me for my wheezing?

Go to your PCP: Go to your primary care physician. They can asses if your wheezing is due to something they can easily treat and manage for you. If it is something more severe, they can refer you to a specialist.

Q: myfianc said i was sleeping i was wheezing really bad. i do smoke im only 32 ive be checked by doctors about it they say im fine do i see a dr ?

Yes: You have an airways problem, kindly see a pulmonologist, and good luck with stopping smoking

Q: i have been coughing since friday. my chest males a wheezing sound and i get night sweats and chills. should i go see my doctor?

Yes: You are definitely developing a pneumonia/ bronchopneumonia and having it addressed as soon as possible will make a difference.

Q: i've been wheezing i went too my doctor he put me on some albuterol sulfate and he ask me did my doctor who i see for sleep anep did he gave me a c pep machine i told him no what should i do?

Call doctor: If you are wheezing due to asthma, then the albuterol may not be enough treatment. Was asthma diagnosed with lung tests? Any other tests performed? If not, ask for referral to Allergist or Pulmonologist. If testing done, let your doc know the albuterol is not enough. If you are light-headed or dizzy or having trouble catching breath, go to ER. CPAP does not treat asthma.

Q: i have no fever. i have developed a cough that is now accompanied by a wheezing . also cough up yellow mucus. do i need to see a physician?

? Acute bronchitis: Your description sounds like acute bronchitis. You should go see a regular doctor for further evaluation and treatment.

Q: i have strider, and i am scheduling to see an ent and pulmonary doc soon. is there anything i can do tonightto stop the wheezing without an er visit?

Wheezing: If you have been diagnosed with stridor, an obstruction should be ruled out promptly. Stridor is caused by an upper airway condition. Classic wheezing, caused by asthma or allergies, occurs due to lower airway abnormalities. Both can be treated. If you have symptoms, you should be evaluated and treated right away, not wait days to weeks for an appt.

Q: i have been sick with a cough, stuffy nose, headache, wheezing, and just overall feeling bad. i couldn't see the doctor today but he called in cipro (ciprofloxacin)?

Flu: Could be the flu which antibiotics will not cure.

Q: i have the flu and am having coughing (unproductive), and wheezing. can i get an inhaler without seeing a doctor?

Would not suggest: First of all, you can not get an inhaler without a prescription. Secondly, diagnosing and treating yourself without a doctor exam is definitely the wrong thing to do. You can potentially kill yourself if you miss something. May I suggest going to an Urgicare center. It won't be a long wait and you'll get a better diagnosis and proper treatment. Feel better

Question 1

how long can i wait with wheezing to see if it goes away without seeing a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Got albuterol?: If you have asthma and you have a bronchodilator and you take it and it completely relieves wheezing for at least 4 hours then give it a day. Relief more than 2 but less than 4 hours call your md for advice. Relief <2 hours or not complete or you don't have medication? Get help now.

Question 2

i got a sudden deep cough with wheezing and have ashtma. could this be an ashtma attack? should i head to er or wait and see the doctor

Accepted Answer

Wheezing=asthma: Given a history of asthma, one should consider any wheezing episode as an asthma exacerbation.  Albuterol (ProAir, Proventil, (albuterol) Ventolin) should be used as your rescue medication during flare-ups, usually 2 puffs every 4 hours.  If wheezing does not stop after first dose Albuterol, an evaluation is warranted.  Your doctor should be able to advise you on the next course of action, so call now!

Question 3

are any special tests needed, or can a regular doctor see me for my wheezing?

Accepted Answer

Go to your PCP: Go to your primary care physician. They can asses if your wheezing is due to something they can easily treat and manage for you. If it is something more severe, they can refer you to a specialist.

Question 4

myfianc said i was sleeping i was wheezing really bad. i do smoke im only 32 ive be checked by doctors about it they say im fine do i see a dr ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You have an airways problem, kindly see a pulmonologist, and good luck with stopping smoking

Question 5

i have been coughing since friday. my chest males a wheezing sound and i get night sweats and chills.  should i go see my doctor?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You are definitely developing a pneumonia/ bronchopneumonia and having it addressed as soon as possible will make a difference.

Question 6

i've been wheezing  i went too my doctor he put me on some albuterol sulfate and he ask me did my doctor who i see for sleep anep did he gave me a c pep machine i told him no what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Call doctor: If you are wheezing due to asthma, then the albuterol may not be enough treatment.  Was asthma diagnosed with lung tests?  Any other tests performed?  If not, ask for referral to Allergist or Pulmonologist.  If testing done, let your doc know the albuterol is not enough. If you are light-headed or dizzy or having trouble catching breath, go to ER. CPAP does not treat asthma.

Question 7

i have no fever. i have developed a cough that is now accompanied by a wheezing . also cough up yellow  mucus.  do i need to see a physician?

Accepted Answer

? Acute bronchitis: Your description sounds like acute bronchitis.  You should go see a regular doctor for further evaluation and treatment.

Question 8

i have strider, and i am scheduling to see an ent and pulmonary doc soon. is there anything i can do tonightto stop the wheezing without an er visit?

Accepted Answer

Wheezing: If you have been diagnosed with stridor, an obstruction should be ruled out promptly.  Stridor is caused by an upper airway condition.  Classic wheezing, caused by asthma or allergies, occurs due to lower airway abnormalities.  Both can be treated.  If you have symptoms, you should be evaluated and treated right away, not wait days to weeks for an appt.

Question 9

i have been sick with a cough, stuffy nose, headache, wheezing, and just overall feeling bad.  i couldn't see the doctor today but he called in cipro (ciprofloxacin)?

Accepted Answer

Flu: Could be the flu which antibiotics will not cure.

Question 10

i have the flu and am having coughing (unproductive), and wheezing. can i get an inhaler without seeing a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Would not suggest: First of all, you can not get an inhaler without a prescription. Secondly, diagnosing and treating yourself without a doctor exam is definitely the wrong thing to do. You can potentially kill yourself if you miss something. May I suggest going to an Urgicare center. It won't be a long wait and you'll get a better diagnosis and proper treatment. Feel better

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I got a sudden deep cough with wheezing and have ashtma. could this be an ashtma attack? should i head to er or wait and see the doctor

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Are any special tests needed, or can a regular doctor see me for my wheezing?

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Myfianc said i was sleeping i was wheezing really bad. i do smoke im only 32 ive be checked by doctors about it they say im fine do i see a dr ?

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I have been coughing since friday. my chest males a wheezing sound and i get night sweats and chills. should i go see my doctor?

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I've been wheezing i went too my doctor he put me on some albuterol sulfate and he ask me did my doctor who i see for sleep anep did he gave me a c pep machine i told him no what should i do?

A member asked:

I have no fever. i have developed a cough that is now accompanied by a wheezing . also cough up yellow mucus. do i need to see a physician?

A member asked:

I have strider, and i am scheduling to see an ent and pulmonary doc soon. is there anything i can do tonightto stop the wheezing without an er visit?

A member asked:

I have been sick with a cough, stuffy nose, headache, wheezing, and just overall feeling bad. i couldn't see the doctor today but he called in cipro (ciprofloxacin)?

A member asked:

I have the flu and am having coughing (unproductive), and wheezing. can i get an inhaler without seeing a doctor?

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