I've been having a really bad cough and it's been keeping me up at night. It just won't stop when I try to sleep. What could be causing this continuous cough, and is there anything I can do to get some rest?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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3+ Yrs

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That could be Allergic Bronchitis, identify the triggering factor and avoid it, consume warm foods and maintain healthy lifestyle

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Answered 04/07/2025

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Could you help me understand if a normal chest X-ray taken two months after being around someone with TB means I definitely don't have pulmonary TB? Also, can a chest X-ray reliably catch pulmonary TB, or should I be doing other tests? I'm a bit worried and just want to be sure.

Yes,chest x-ray and sputum for AFB and microscopy is advised to the patient for the diagnosis of tb.

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I've been experiencing this slight breathlessness for the past few days, like I constantly need to take deep breaths every few seconds. Occasionally, there's also a mild pain in my chest. I saw a local doctor who thinks it might be Air Hunger, maybe from exertion or anxiety, and he suggested I try some energy boosters. I'm a little worried it might be something more serious. Should I be more concerned or is this something not too serious?

do ECG AND CHEST X RAY to rule out serious issues

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I'm really worried because my COVID-19 test came back positive and my CT score is 27.82. I'm not showing any signs of high fever though, so I'm a bit confused about what steps I should take next. Can you give me some guidance?

Home isolate your self and keep your self hydrated Take Tab zincovit once a day

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