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HomeHealth QueryPulmonology/ Respiratory MedicineI'm dealing with a really bad cough and wheezing, ...
  • Male
  • 36 Years
  • 22/01/2025

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. Dr Kareemulla Shaik

Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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  • MBBS
  • 0+ Yrs
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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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