Suggest treatment for bronchitis
Patient: I am a 64 year old slightly obese woman.  I have been diagnosed with brochiestis(sp).  I have severe bouts three to four times per year.  Currently suffering in my second week of gurgling right lung.  When I see the pulmonary doctor he doesn't say anything.  Can he be missing something. I am drowning and choking on my own juice.  I don't even bother to go to the doctor because he adds nothing. Doctor: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Uncontrolled bronchitis can cause right sided heart failure and cor pulmonale (cor p). This can cause pulmonary edema and feeling of chest congestion, gurgling in chest, drowning etc. So in my opinion, you should definitely consult cardiologist and get done 1. Clinical examination 2. Ecg. 3. 2d echo You will need diuretics (Lasix or torsemide) to relieve pulmonary edema. Control of bronchitis is also very important. And for this, you need to start inhaled bronchodilator (formoterol or salmeterol) and inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) (budesonide or fluticasone). Don't worry, you will be alright with all these. Consult cardiologist and discuss all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.