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Suggest Medication For Bronchitis Caused Due To Passive Smoking

i've lived in a home with two smokers for seventeen years, but i've never done it myself. four months ago, i was diagnosed with bronchitis, since then, things seem to be getting worse, and i have almost all of the symptoms of COPD. is it possible i have it?
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, it is possible for you to be develop Chronic bronchitis (part of COPD).
You have exposed to second hand smoke.
This can also cause lung damage and bronchitis.
So better to consult pulmonologist and get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).
PFT will tell you about severity of the disease and treatment is based on severity only.
You will need inhaled bronchodilators (formoterol or salmeterol) and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) (budesonide or fluticasone).
Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Suggest Medication For Bronchitis Caused Due To Passive Smoking

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, it is possible for you to be develop Chronic bronchitis (part of COPD). You have exposed to second hand smoke. This can also cause lung damage and bronchitis. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). PFT will tell you about severity of the disease and treatment is based on severity only. You will need inhaled bronchodilators (formoterol or salmeterol) and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) (budesonide or fluticasone). Don t worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.