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How Can Cough And Wheezing While Suffering From Asthma Be Treated?

I have been diagnosed with asthma, but the doctor said that it is unclear if I have asthma because I had a borderline positive Methacholine test, and a normal spirometry. still experiencing coughing, and wheezing. I was prescribed two inhalers, one symbicort, the other albuterol
posted on Mon, 24 Oct 2016
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Hello,

It might be good to have a chest xray as well to rule out other conditions of the lungs. If the chest xray is normal then I would advise you to go on with the treatment for asthma and have it regularly. Normally you should see your doctor in 2-3 weeks after starting treatment so he can check your lungs and make sure the treatment is effective or not.
If you notice no improvement in a week or you notice any worsening you will need to see your doctor earlier.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician
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How Can Cough And Wheezing While Suffering From Asthma Be Treated?

Hello, It might be good to have a chest xray as well to rule out other conditions of the lungs. If the chest xray is normal then I would advise you to go on with the treatment for asthma and have it regularly. Normally you should see your doctor in 2-3 weeks after starting treatment so he can check your lungs and make sure the treatment is effective or not. If you notice no improvement in a week or you notice any worsening you will need to see your doctor earlier. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician