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HomeHealth QueryPulmonology/ Respiratory MedicineI've been dealing with COPD for a couple of years ...
  • Female
  • 57 Years
  • 07/02/2025

I've been dealing with COPD for a couple of years now, and I'm really struggling with nonstop coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and tightness in my chest. Every 12 hours or so, my nostrils get blocked too. I've been using inhalers like Esiflo 250 and Tiova, but they only seem to provide temporary relief before everything gets worse again. It's gotten to a point where I've had to be admitted to the hospital, and even with constant nebulization there, things have not improved. I'm feeling pretty discouraged and am looking for advice on how to get long-term relief. Any suggestions?

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Dr. Dr Mubarak Parveez B

Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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start levofloxaxin antibiotics and take oxygen for 2 hrs daily

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