Question 1

what are the signs that acute bronchitis is improving? im 33 and am fairly healthy. this annoying lingering cough has been around for almost 3 weeks. no other symptoms. feels like the cough is less and less but is so slow to improve. thanks?

Accepted Answer

: A cough lasting longer than 2 weeks should be evaluated by a doctor. If you do not have fever and it is improving you may wait and watch, however, if it is not resolved in a couple of weeks, it would be prudent to see a doctor.
Wish you good health!

Question 2

how can i get rid of a cough that is lingering from bronchitis?

Accepted Answer

See Dr: Prescription albuterol or salmeterol, with or without steroid usually works. But must also consider tuberculosis, bronchiectasis, etc. Taking any meds such as ACE [lisinopril]?

Question 3

my son is 7 yo. he just recently finished a course of antibx for bronchitis. however, he has a lingering cough d/t drainage. what should i give?

Accepted Answer

? still needs Rx: medicines, i.e. antibiotics, if he still has nasal drainage/sputum, it might be partially treated bacterial sinusitis requiring more antibiotics to control, or he has airway(s) irritation either upper / lower causing the lingering cough, kindly take him back yo his doctor for a second look, meanwhile saline nasal washes would help some, broncho-dilators would help too if prescribed by his doctor

Question 4

had the flu in december which turned to bronchitis. treated for bronchitis but still have lingering cough. how can i get rid of the cough?

Accepted Answer

Time and Rx?: When was the last time you had a follow up appointment with your doctor?Have they given you cough suppressants like benzonatate (Tessalon) that you can take with OTC guaifenesin which works well for a lot of people and is non-sedating.If it's so bad you can't work or function well or sleep there's the possibility of codeine at  night but that's a discussion for your doc.Time is the ultimate factor

Question 5

35 weeks pregnant, horrible lingering cough from bronchitis. nothing seems to help, doc out of town, any advice on what to take? been 4 weeks.

Accepted Answer

Z pack: If it were me i would seek out another clinic or physician who can prescribe a z pack or similar medication for the  bronchitis.  Pregnancy lowers your immune system, and if you've been suffering for 4 weeks, it's time to add an antibioitic.  Maybe even a little steroid.  I'll let your primary care doctor be the judge of your prescription, but defnitely be seen and get a prescription.

Question 6

been over a week since i had a cold (maybe bronchitis?). still have a lingering cough that produces phlem/mucus. is it time to go see a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Any fevers or worsening symptoms? If everything is resolving, but just slowly, it may be your body just taking its time recovering from infection.  Even after a bout with a viral uri, the mucociliary system that helps keep your airway clear may be stunned and not work properly for weeks.  If you develop worse symptoms, then yes, go see your doctor!

Question 7

last cig feb 2. had bronchitis 1 or 2 weeks after.still have cough, tightness in chest, and shortness of breath. possible sumthing is still lingering?

Accepted Answer

You  need a CXR: You should probably have a chest x ray if you have been coughing for a couple of months. See your doctor.

Question 8

shortness of breath, tachycardia, congestion, cough. pins and needles in upper body intermittently, but this recently stopped. o2 is normal, ekg is normal. tested negative for covid. is this lingering bronchitis or cause for further concern?

Accepted Answer

Sx's:  Did you have symptoms at the time you had the COVID 19 test? This could be bronchitis  or other conditions. If you were fully symptomatic at the time of COVID testing, it should have been able to pick up on infection.

Question 9

would a winter cough be a sure sign of bronchitis?

Accepted Answer

Cough: Coughing is a sign of irritation of the airways.  It can be a sign of a cold or flu, bronchitis, pneumonia, heart problems, pneumonia, asthma, allergies and many other things.

Question 10

why does cough from bronchitis get worse at night?

Accepted Answer

Many reasons: Most likely due to humidity, position, temperature changes; can be d/t environment changes (@ home not work) and allergens present; can be meds wearing off from earlier in day. Should discuss w/your dr to see how to best manage symptoms.

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What are the signs that acute bronchitis is improving? im 33 and am fairly healthy. this annoying lingering cough has been around for almost 3 weeks. no other symptoms. feels like the cough is less and less but is so slow to improve. thanks?

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How can i get rid of a cough that is lingering from bronchitis?

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My son is 7 yo. he just recently finished a course of antibx for bronchitis. however, he has a lingering cough d/t drainage. what should i give?

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Had the flu in december which turned to bronchitis. treated for bronchitis but still have lingering cough. how can i get rid of the cough?

A member asked:

35 weeks pregnant, horrible lingering cough from bronchitis. nothing seems to help, doc out of town, any advice on what to take? been 4 weeks.

A member asked:

Been over a week since i had a cold (maybe bronchitis?). still have a lingering cough that produces phlem/mucus. is it time to go see a doctor?

A member asked:

Last cig feb 2. had bronchitis 1 or 2 weeks after.still have cough, tightness in chest, and shortness of breath. possible sumthing is still lingering?

A member asked:

Shortness of breath, tachycardia, congestion, cough. pins and needles in upper body intermittently, but this recently stopped. o2 is normal, ekg is normal. tested negative for covid. is this lingering bronchitis or cause for further concern?

A member asked:

Would a winter cough be a sure sign of bronchitis?

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Why does cough from bronchitis get worse at night?

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