I'm really worried because I've been having trouble breathing and I often feel uneasy when I breathe. Plus, I've got this cough that's been bothering me for a while. I know it's not tuberculosis, but what else could be causing these symptoms? Should I be checking for something else?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Ibrahim Salah

General Practitioner

MBBS
2+ Yrs

Consult Now

Patient is advised sputum for AFB ,chest xray pa view ,complete blood count and ESR.

Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...

Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Find a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Answered 14 days ago

More Pulmonology/ Respiratory Medicine Health Queries

View all

Question

I've recently had a blood test, and it shows my eosinophil counts are higher than normal. I've also been having some breathing issues while I'm asleep, with a wheezing sound whenever I breathe in or out. Can you suggest what steps I should take next? Is there anything I can adjust in my diet to help bring my eosinophil counts back to normal levels?

Question

I'm really worried about my friend whos experiencing severe wheezing and cant even get up to go to the hospital. Are there any home remedies or quick things we can try to help them feel a bit better before seeking professional help?

Question

Does lung fibrosis have a cure? What kind of treatments are available for it, and how does fibrosis actually happen in the lungs? Im really trying to understand more about this condition and what I might be dealing with here.

Health Articles for you

View all

respiratory-conditions

Pneumonia: Understanding Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention

Pneumonia can cause coughing, fever, and breathing issues. Learn about its causes, symptoms, treatment options, and how to prevent it with simple health measures.

respiratory-conditions

Wheezing Cough: Know the Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Struggling with a wheezing cough? Read the causes, symptoms, treatments, and when to see your doctor. Learn the tips to prevent and manage your wheezing cough.

respiratory-conditions

Hyperventilation: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention

From chest pain to dizziness: Understand hyperventilation’s symptoms, causes, and treatments. Learn immediate fixes and long-term prevention for lasting relief.

respiratory-conditions

Vaping Vs. Cigarettes

Discover the key differences between vaping and smoking, including their health risks, ingredients, addiction potential, and secondhand exposure effects. Learn about quitting aids and safer alternatives.

respiratory-conditions

Hookah Smoking Risks

Hookah smoking poses serious health risks, including lung damage, heart disease, and cancer. The toxic chemicals and carbon monoxide in hookah smoke increase the risk of respiratory infections and nicotine addiction, making it as harmful as cigarette smoking.

Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.