Hello I've had chronic bronchitis since I was 6 yrs old I'm 26 yrs old I have it now in summer time .. I started off sick running nose cough headache etc. And been couple weeks I feel a lot better but still little worried I'm weezing a little and have this cough that doesn't hurt. But sounds mean lol. And constantly spitting up yellowish and clear really slimy strong flem all day been like this 14 days now also a smoker don't have a primary care doctor. What should I do am I in danger of my lungs filling up with fluid cause younger they drained fluid from my lungs with a huge needle left me tempary paralyzed for couple hours couldn't walk needed wheelchair and I don't kno if this is just long cold or something dangerous like previous situation or even phuenmonia which I've had 3 to 4 times. Thank you srry for long comment I don't check this much often if you get a chance email me ***@****. greatly appreciated I have 18 month old daughter and I get scared of my health wurst fear leave her behind. Hope 2 hear from ya doc :)
Hello and hope you are doing well.
Looks like there is persisting infection. Continue with your antibiotics and bronchodilators. Immediately on cessation of smoking you will not see any improvement. The damage which has already been done will be there, only it will prevent further damage. So, continue with your medications, smoking cessation and breathing exercises and inhalations. If there is worsening of symptoms consult your doctor for alternate medications.
Hope this helped and do keep us posted.
if i walk i will get tired....
i've quit smoke for d past 3 days... but still i face the same problem
Hello and hope you are doing well.
If you are a smoker and have developed long standing lung infections/inflammation it can compromise your lung function. Breathlessness on exertion could be due to the decreased lung function. There could also be superadded infection o the lungs. It's unlikely to be cancer of the lungs. To improve lung function practice breathing exercises and quit smoking. Lung function tests could further help in evaluation. If the symptoms are getting worse or if you develop additional symptoms please consult your primary care physician.
Hope this helped and do keep us posted.