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I Am Having A Bout Of Bronchitis . I Need
Question: I am having a bout of bronchitis. I need to travel by plane in two weeks - about a 1'1/2 hour flight. Is this a problem? Thanks,
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Brief Answer:
does not usually affect travelling. oxygen usually okay
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
No, this should not be problem.
Bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchi- part of the airways in the lungs.
It can be due to viral or bacterial infection commonly.
A diagnosis of bronchitis does not mean that oxygen levels or the lungs capacity to function is severely impaired.
Many persons are still able to oxygenate properly with bronchitis. This means that there are no issues with travelling.
Bronchitis is usually treated with rest, fluids, cough suppressants. Some persons may need steroids if the coughing is severe and persistent, if it is thought to be due to a bacterial infection then antibiotics would be added
In 2 1/2 weeks also, you would likely be better so the bronchitis may not even be a problem at that point
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
does not usually affect travelling. oxygen usually okay
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
No, this should not be problem.
Bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchi- part of the airways in the lungs.
It can be due to viral or bacterial infection commonly.
A diagnosis of bronchitis does not mean that oxygen levels or the lungs capacity to function is severely impaired.
Many persons are still able to oxygenate properly with bronchitis. This means that there are no issues with travelling.
Bronchitis is usually treated with rest, fluids, cough suppressants. Some persons may need steroids if the coughing is severe and persistent, if it is thought to be due to a bacterial infection then antibiotics would be added
In 2 1/2 weeks also, you would likely be better so the bronchitis may not even be a problem at that point
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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