Patient's question:
Coughing a bit with shortness of breath, but in good spirits. I can also have dinner and take a nap in the evening.Regarding the previous treatment and effectiveness for bronchitis caused by a cold and fever:
I have already been on Cefuroxime Sodium and Qingkailing for 5 days with high fever. The fever has subsided, but I start coughing whenever I move.
What kind of assistance would you like:
I checked online and found that a cough lasting 2 to 5 days is considered normal. Is there something wrong, or is there still inflammation? I’m very anxious. I’d like to ask if there’s any good advice. Do I still need to be IV dripped? Thank you.
Doctor's answer:
Most patients develop mild upper respiratory infections before the onset of the disease. In mild cases, symptoms include runny nose, mild cough, low fever, poor appetite, followed by sudden high fever (38℃–39℃) after 1–3 days, worsening cough, shortness of breath, and then the onset of the illness. Some patients may also experience sudden high fever, cough, shortness of breath, and restlessness as symptoms.Medical Advice: For general pneumonia treatment, a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine, along with comprehensive evaluation measures, should be adopted. Start with a holistic approach, enhance nursing care, ensure rest, adequate nutrition and fluid intake, actively control infection, and prevent complications. Timely symptomatic treatment should be implemented, including sedation, cough relief, bronchodilation, cardiac support, respiratory support, and correction of electrolyte imbalances. Antibiotics are usually continued for 3–7 days after the body temperature returns to normal.
The above advice is for the question "What to do about bronchopneumonia with cough." It is hoped to assist you. Wishing you good health!