Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing chest pain and tightness in my chest. The hospital examination indicated a respiratory disease, but the medication hasn't been very effective. Recently, my cough has worsened. What should I pay attention to when suffering from bronchiectasis and coughing up blood?Doctor's answer:
Bronchitis exacerbation, recurrent hemoptysis, mainly caused by the inflammation of the urethral mucosa rupture, for such patients, the key is to avoid catching a cold and getting a flu, as once they catch a cold or flu, the condition is likely to worsen, leading to recurrent coughing and sputum production, and further triggering episodes of hemoptysis. Therefore, it is crucial to seek timely treatment upon experiencing a cold or flu. In severe cases of bronchitis exacerbation, surgery may be an option for treatment.