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Respiratory Disorders (Expert Forum)
???? Asthma
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???? Asthma
by japdip, Sep 09, 2006 12:00AM
After a cough of 3 mo., mod. s.o.b. and increased coughing with wheezing .... this is a sudden onset at age 70 with no prior problems. Some seasonal allergy for years not requiring medication or treatment. Prescribed Advair, Duo Neb via nebulizer every 4-6 hr
Singular, 6 day dose pack Methyl Prednisilone. Some imp. in breathing but not coughing. Very little if any relief from Neb.Rx. Consultation with Asthma/Allergy OR Pulmonary specialist ???
Singular, 6 day dose pack Methyl Prednisilone. Some imp. in breathing but not coughing. Very little if any relief from Neb.Rx. Consultation with Asthma/Allergy OR Pulmonary specialist ???
Doctor's Answer
by National Jewish, Sep 12, 2006 12:00AM
, Sep 12, 2006 12:00AM
This could be from an infection either in the lungs or sinuses. I would suggest starting with the pulmonologist to see if the cause can easily be determined.
