Suggest remedy for persistent coughing and sticky phlegm
Patient: For the past 2 weeks every day i snort & cough up bloody smelly sticky phlegm. I do cough up alot of clear phlegm in the morning - non smoker. Also recovered from chest infection about 1 month ago - finished antobics. No fever no pain, once i get it out i feel fine. Doctor: Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Since you had chest infection in the recent past, possibility of post infectious bronchitis is more in your case. Your symptoms like constant cough and phlegm since 2 weeks are commonly seen in bronchitis. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system, chest x ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). Chest x ray is needed to rule out recurrence of lung Infection. PFT is must for the diagnosis of bronchitis. It will also tell you about severity of the disease and treatment of bronchitis is based on severity only. You may need antibiotics, antihistamines, anti inflammatory, inhaled bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroid. Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks.