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I have ankylosing spondylitis, gerd, lpr, and a motility disorder. friday, i had an upper endoscopy w/stricture dilation. i also have moderate chronic bronchitis. never smoked. could the other conditions have caused/worsened the bronchitis?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

CF and PCD : Cystic Fibrosis and Primary or Secondary ciliary dyskinesia may be considered. A culture of airway secretions/sputum and imaging should be included in your work up. Monitor your temperature and if there is shortness of breath or a cough, please have a COVID 19 screening test. Autoimmune panels may be useful in detecting auto-antibodies which may contribute to your respiratory symptoms.

Answered 6/30/2020

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