Suggest remedy for cough due to water in lungs
Patient: My husband has been coughing a lot. He has had a steriod shot and been on anibiotic for 4 days.He had am x-ray which shows fluid on the lungs (both) but is still deteriating. His pallor is grey. Should he seek urgent care or just give the antibiotics more time. He doesn't follow-up with his PCP for over a week. Doctor: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Yes, you should definitely take him to emergency room (ER).By your history and description, possibility of pulmonary edema (fluid accumulation in both lungs) is more likely.Most common cause for this is congestive heart failure (CHF).So he will need ecg, 2d echo urgently. Treatment is oxygen and diuretics. Don't worry, he will be alright but first diagnose him and start appropriate treatment. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your husband. Thanks.