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Bronchitis, took pred for 5 days. better but still congestion in throat and upper airway, still rumbling sound in chest. what next? just wait n see?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It may be: worth a second Prednisone taper (many Prescribers indicate one refill on their Prescriptions since a second "Pulse" is often required in the treatment of asthmatic bronchitis> Hope this is helpful Dr Z

Answered 10/29/2016

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