Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Had Short Of Breath. Had Bronchoscopy, On Prednisolone. Nasal Wahes Done. Swelling In Legs, Ankles. Cure For Symptoms?
Hi!
Last year, my family went on a holiday to America and Ensenada, Mexico. When my Mum came home, she walked up the stairs and found she was short of breath. 12 months later and she has been in hospital twice, had a bronchoscopy, been placed on prednisolone and many other antibiotics, she has had nasal washes and been to an ENT and we still don't know what is wrong. Mum used to smoke, but quite shortly before we left for America, but she is still undergoing surgeries and doctors and specialists. She has had swelling in her ankles, legs and glans when she was taken off her antibiotics.
We are in desperate need of help at the moment, if you could please try and find an answer for us, it would be much appreciated.
Thank you,
Emily, an 11 year old girl concerned about her Mum's health and well being.
Last year, my family went on a holiday to America and Ensenada, Mexico. When my Mum came home, she walked up the stairs and found she was short of breath. 12 months later and she has been in hospital twice, had a bronchoscopy, been placed on prednisolone and many other antibiotics, she has had nasal washes and been to an ENT and we still don't know what is wrong. Mum used to smoke, but quite shortly before we left for America, but she is still undergoing surgeries and doctors and specialists. She has had swelling in her ankles, legs and glans when she was taken off her antibiotics.
We are in desperate need of help at the moment, if you could please try and find an answer for us, it would be much appreciated.
Thank you,
Emily, an 11 year old girl concerned about her Mum's health and well being.
posted on
Sun, 7 Jul 2013
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Mon, 8 Jul 2013
Answered on
Mon, 8 Jul 2013
Last reviewed on
Hi,
From history it seems that she might have Allergic bronchitis giving rise to this problem.
For your this problem and having swollen ankle and legs requires evaluation.
Go for investigations like,
1, chest x-ray,
2, complete blood checking for allergy, infection or Eosinophilia,
3, cardiac check up.
Consult physician and get examined.
Ask her to do deep breathing exercise, breathing exercise with Spirometer.
Avoid cold drinks, fried and junk food.
Ok and take care.
From history it seems that she might have Allergic bronchitis giving rise to this problem.
For your this problem and having swollen ankle and legs requires evaluation.
Go for investigations like,
1, chest x-ray,
2, complete blood checking for allergy, infection or Eosinophilia,
3, cardiac check up.
Consult physician and get examined.
Ask her to do deep breathing exercise, breathing exercise with Spirometer.
Avoid cold drinks, fried and junk food.
Ok and take care.
I find this answer helpful
1 Doctor agrees with this answer
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Bronchoscopy
Loading Online Doctors....