Question 1

when should you see a doctor if u suspect bronchitis?

Accepted Answer

3 weeks: When to see a doctor:
see your doctor if your cough:
lasts more than three weeks, 
prevents you from sleeping, 
is accompanied by fever over 100.4 f (38
 c), 
produces discolored mucus, 
produces blood (hemoptysis), 
is associated with wheezing or shortness of breath.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Regular: Your regular doctor should be well trained in the diagnosis and management of bronchitis.

Question 3

i have asthma. in february i had bronchitis im currently showing symptoms of bronchitis again, should i be worried? what can i do until i see my doctor in a few hours?

Accepted Answer

Asthma: Bronchial asthma is best treated with medication like inhalers that include medicines but will open her bronchial tubes and also inhalers that contain steroids that reduce irritation in the airway. These modalities need to be discussed with your doctor when you see him/her. They may find that there are other reasons why your asthma has worsened.

Question 4

bronchitis or pneumonia - ought i see a private doctor for a second opinion instead of nhs doc?

Accepted Answer

Probably not needed: It should not be all that difficult to tell the difference. If there is a question, a chest x ray should be done.

Question 5

my kid has had a loud cough for about a week. no fever. when should i go see my doctor? could it be bronchitis? how would i know?

Accepted Answer

Viral or allergic: Bronchitis in children is common and almost always caused by a virus, an extension of the virus that caused a cold. Asthmatic bronchitis is also a possibility. Medications are not particularly helpful for viral bronchitis but can help asthma, so if the cough is not improving, he/she should see a pediatrician.

Question 6

i believe i have bronchitis. sore thoat coughing etc. i don't have insurance and can't see a doctor what should i do. its getting worse please help.

Accepted Answer

Viral infection: Your symptoms are consistent with a viral infection.  Fluids, otc cough meds such as Robitussin (guaifenesin) could help. But remember, if you are getting worse after 5 days or not better after 10 days you need medical diagnosis and treatment.

Question 7

i've been coughing up yellow phlegm for  almost  2 months now. can't see a doctor. most likely bronchitis. is this serious? (non-smoker)

Accepted Answer

It can be : U need to see. Physician  as soon as possible for evaluation and work up.

Question 8

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 9

right now i have bronchitis again and i think i am getting a sinus infection with it because i have very green mucus  is it common? should i see a doc

Accepted Answer

Timing: Sinusitis is about both symptoms and how long you've had the symptoms. Many common colds can have colored drainage, but if the symptoms have been around for more than 7 days or are getting worse after 5 days , then you may be developing sinusitis. If you are really uncomfortable, see your doctor. 80% of sinusitis will get better without antibiotics.

Question 10

when small had bronchitis and spot on lung .. smoked for 35 years up  5 years ago .. had a spyrometry test came back abnormal waiting to see doctor .. could i have worsened my bronchial condition over

Accepted Answer

Yes: 35 years of smoking can definitely worsen your bronchial condition. Also, if you had bronchitis as a child, you may be predisposed to asthma and similar problems. The best thing you did is stop smoking. Just see what the doctor has to say.

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When should you see a doctor if u suspect bronchitis?

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

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I have asthma. in february i had bronchitis im currently showing symptoms of bronchitis again, should i be worried? what can i do until i see my doctor in a few hours?

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Bronchitis or pneumonia - ought i see a private doctor for a second opinion instead of nhs doc?

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My kid has had a loud cough for about a week. no fever. when should i go see my doctor? could it be bronchitis? how would i know?

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I believe i have bronchitis. sore thoat coughing etc. i don't have insurance and can't see a doctor what should i do. its getting worse please help.

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I've been coughing up yellow phlegm for almost 2 months now. can't see a doctor. most likely bronchitis. is this serious? (non-smoker)

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:

Right now i have bronchitis again and i think i am getting a sinus infection with it because i have very green mucus is it common? should i see a doc

A member asked:

When small had bronchitis and spot on lung .. smoked for 35 years up 5 years ago .. had a spyrometry test came back abnormal waiting to see doctor .. could i have worsened my bronchial condition over

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