I'm dealing with a really bad cough and wheezing, and even though I'm using an inhaler, it's just not helping. What should I do now?

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Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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That looks like Lower Respiratory tract infection,get a chest xray done and visit Pulmonologist for appropriate management, consume balanced diet and maintain healthy lifestyle

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I was treated for TB in my lungs back in 2016 after a 9-month medication course. Now, I've noticed a tiny speck of blood when I spit, but I dont have any cough. Should this be something I worry about and see a hospital for?

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Ive noticed that after I have something really cold, I start coughing with a sort of wheezing sound. Sometimes I even bring up a tiny bit of phlegm, but by the next morning, the cough is completely gone. Its like it never happened. Is this something I should be concerned about?

That could be allergic Bronchitis take cetrizine tablet when you feel such episode.avoid allergens and maintain healthy lifestyle.

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