- Male
- 37 Years
- 22/01/2025
Feel like I always have mucus in my throat and lungs, and it's making it hard to breathe properly. I keep having to spit it out. When I sleep and wake up, there's a pressure in my chest. Can anyone help?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
take a course of mucolytic for 1 week
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
0
0
Ask Apollo
AI powered Health Chatbot
-
Immediate Actions: a. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water. b. Use a humidifier to moisten the air. c. Avoid irritants like smoke and strong odors.
-
Over-the-Counter Options: a. Consider using an expectorant to help clear mucus. b. Saline nasal sprays can help reduce throat irritation.
-
When to Seek Medical Attention: a. If symptoms persist or worsen. b. If you experience severe chest pain or difficulty breathing.
-
Lifestyle Adjustments: a. Elevate your head while sleeping to reduce chest pressure. b. Practice deep breathing exercises to improve lung function.
Other Related topics like...
Could this mucus be caused by allergies? Answered 20/08/2025
0
0
More Pulmonology/ Respiratory Medicine Health Queries
View allI've been feeling breathless for the past couple of days, but I don't have a fever or a sore throat. I'm really worried it might be the coronavirus. Can you help me figure out what's going on?
might be due to anxiety, reduce your stress levels
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
I'm a bit confused about how doctors handle a simple common cold. If someone doesn't have any symptoms and hasn't had a chest X-ray, do pulmonologists still do a hands-on assessment of the lungs and thorax without a stethoscope? I'm just curious about what they look for and if that's a normal practice or not.
for lung assesment we need stethescope
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
I'm feeling a bit worried because I've been having shortness of breath and a mild cough for the past two days, though my temperature and oxygen levels are normal. I have a nebulizer at homeshould I be using it? If so, what kind of medicine or combination should I use with it?
If you are experiencing breathing shortness and a mild cough, using a nebulizer at home can help with your symptoms. You can use a combination of albuterol sulfate and ipratropium bromide in the nebulizer. Remember to follow the instructions provided with your nebulizer for proper use.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Health Articles for you
View all
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.