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Coughing up dark mucus for about 1 or 2 years but now it's hard to breath. doctors tell me it's just an infection but it just gets worse. i dont smoke?
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Need: More evaluation. CT scan of the chest. Evaluation of chronic infections. Any weight loss. Tested for TB. Sputum afb stain and culture. May need spirometer.
Answered 3/24/2020
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Mgt: You may have a condition called bronchiectasis. I would suggest sputum cultures, TB testing, A sweat chloride test to rule out CF, and another chest radiograph. Other conditions to consider include immune problems. A virtual appointment may be booked online to review your records.
Answered 12/21/2015
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