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What Does Sputum Gram Stain As Puss & Epithelial Cels ++ Suggest?
MY SPUTUM GRAM STAIN test shows the following presence of few pus cells , epithelial cells ++,G(+)ve cocci+++,and G(+) ve bacilli my symptoms are been having acid reflux for a year problem with inhaling and swallowing for a year both were diagnosed as acid reflux
Thu, 3 Jul 2014
Hi,
After looking at the reports, I am of the opinion that it could be a respiratory infection.
Sputum study usually indicates lower respiratory tract infection and based on this you need to get yourself treated.
Acid reflux is different. This is an infection, which if not controlled can lead to lung complications.
Discuss with your doctor at the earliest.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
After looking at the reports, I am of the opinion that it could be a respiratory infection.
Sputum study usually indicates lower respiratory tract infection and based on this you need to get yourself treated.
Acid reflux is different. This is an infection, which if not controlled can lead to lung complications.
Discuss with your doctor at the earliest.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
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