Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
What I Need To Do I Have Bronchitis Sick Since January On And Off?
Posted on
Thu, 18 Jun 2020
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Thu, 18 Jun 2020
Answered on
Thu, 25 Sep 2025
Last reviewed on
Question : So I have been sick since January on and off. I have been to two different drs and they tell me I have strep the I have bronchitis then I have allergies and I’ve been on all kinds of meds but I continue to get sick and can’t get better. I cough up thick usually clear phlegm daily well tonight it has a few bright red blood streaks in it and I’m concerned but I don’t really feel bad my chest just feels tight. I’m not really having a cough either just making my self hack it up. So any advice on what I need to do? I’m 19 years old and male and otherwise healthy until January.
Brief Answer:
You are very likely suffering from allergic bronchitis.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your query and here is my opinion.
You are very likely suffering from allergic bronchitis.
An acute episode is usually self limiting and clears up in a few days but a chronic one can continue for months.
Chest tightness and coughing are the main symptoms of allergic bronchitis.
At times,there can be breathlessness.
When the patient coughs,he will bring up a thick, slimy fluid called mucus.
You should visit a respiratory physician for further evaluation, who would go for investigations including blood work (CBC,Total Eosinophil Count etc),Chest X ray,sputum examination,sputum culture and pulmonary function test(PFT).
Sometimes a CT Chest is also procured in such patients.
He will treat you according to the investigation findings.
Time being...drink enough fluids/water and keep yourself well hydrated.
Use a humidifier and do steam inhalation.
Avoid exposure to atmospheric pollutants,pollen,dust and dander.
Quit smoking (if applies)
Avoid over-the-counter cough suppressants.
Learn pursed-lip breathing.
Hope that I have answered your query.
Stay healthy and stay blessed.
Regards.
You are very likely suffering from allergic bronchitis.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your query and here is my opinion.
You are very likely suffering from allergic bronchitis.
An acute episode is usually self limiting and clears up in a few days but a chronic one can continue for months.
Chest tightness and coughing are the main symptoms of allergic bronchitis.
At times,there can be breathlessness.
When the patient coughs,he will bring up a thick, slimy fluid called mucus.
You should visit a respiratory physician for further evaluation, who would go for investigations including blood work (CBC,Total Eosinophil Count etc),Chest X ray,sputum examination,sputum culture and pulmonary function test(PFT).
Sometimes a CT Chest is also procured in such patients.
He will treat you according to the investigation findings.
Time being...drink enough fluids/water and keep yourself well hydrated.
Use a humidifier and do steam inhalation.
Avoid exposure to atmospheric pollutants,pollen,dust and dander.
Quit smoking (if applies)
Avoid over-the-counter cough suppressants.
Learn pursed-lip breathing.
Hope that I have answered your query.
Stay healthy and stay blessed.
Regards.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng
So I have been sent for chest X-rays and a full blood count last trip to the dr and he said both cane back good so what does that entail?
Brief Answer:
You are very likely suffering from allergic bronchitis
Detailed Answer:
Welcome back.
That is also a supportive evidence of allergic bronchitis.
Chest x-ray findings in allergic bronchitis are non specific and are typically normal.
Occasionally,there are increased interstitial markings due to thickening of bronchial walls.
A chest x-ray is usually procured to differentiate and rule out consolidation and pneumonia.
Usually,CBC is also in a normal range with or without an increase in eosinophil count.
A bacterial superinfection may cause an increased blood counts and increase in neutrophil number.
Depending on the clinical examination findings,your clinician would decide about the need of further work up and other advance investigations.
Happy living.
Regards.
You are very likely suffering from allergic bronchitis
Detailed Answer:
Welcome back.
That is also a supportive evidence of allergic bronchitis.
Chest x-ray findings in allergic bronchitis are non specific and are typically normal.
Occasionally,there are increased interstitial markings due to thickening of bronchial walls.
A chest x-ray is usually procured to differentiate and rule out consolidation and pneumonia.
Usually,CBC is also in a normal range with or without an increase in eosinophil count.
A bacterial superinfection may cause an increased blood counts and increase in neutrophil number.
Depending on the clinical examination findings,your clinician would decide about the need of further work up and other advance investigations.
Happy living.
Regards.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Brief Answer:
You are very likely suffering from allergic bronchitis
Detailed Answer:
Welcome back.
That is also a supportive evidence of allergic bronchitis.
Chest x-ray findings in allergic bronchitis are non specific and are typically normal.
Occasionally,there are increased interstitial markings due to thickening of bronchial walls.
A chest x-ray is usually procured to differentiate and rule out consolidation and pneumonia.
Usually,CBC is also in a normal range with or without an increase in eosinophil count.
A bacterial superinfection may cause an increased blood counts and increase in neutrophil number.
Depending on the clinical examination findings,your clinician would decide about the need of further work up and other advance investigations.
Happy living.
Regards.
You are very likely suffering from allergic bronchitis
Detailed Answer:
Welcome back.
That is also a supportive evidence of allergic bronchitis.
Chest x-ray findings in allergic bronchitis are non specific and are typically normal.
Occasionally,there are increased interstitial markings due to thickening of bronchial walls.
A chest x-ray is usually procured to differentiate and rule out consolidation and pneumonia.
Usually,CBC is also in a normal range with or without an increase in eosinophil count.
A bacterial superinfection may cause an increased blood counts and increase in neutrophil number.
Depending on the clinical examination findings,your clinician would decide about the need of further work up and other advance investigations.
Happy living.
Regards.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
