Suggest Treatment For Wet Cough With Back Pain

Posted on Wed, 27 May 2015

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Question : My husband has a very bad case of cough. He had dry cough for the first 3-4 days, and now form the past 3 days he has wet cough. He does not have cold or fever now. Also, whenever he coughs his back is hurting a lot.

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Get done chest x ray.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your husband's situation and problem.
Since he is having wet cough with back pain, we need to rule out lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI) first.
So better to consult doctor and get done
1. Clinical examination of respiratory system
2. Chest x ray.
Chest x ray is needed to rule out LRTI.
He may need antibiotics too.
Hope I have solved your query.
I will be happy to help you further.
Wishing good health to your husband.
Thanks.

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