Do my X-rays show the beginnings of asthma or COPD?

Question

Hi doctor,

I was diagnosed with bronchitis yesterday in the emergency room. Felt very weak and difficulty breathing and could not wait for my doctor appointment in two weeks. I have an unproductive cough for a month and a half and burning in my chest. Today very breathless when talking. Do these X-rays show the beginnings of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, chronic bronchitis? Currently, I am taking Budesonide (inhale) and Acetylcysteine, Levaquin.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com. These X-rays show dilatation of your airways (attachment removed to protect patient identity). From X-ray, we cannot confirm the diagnosis. To differentiate asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) you need to do a spirometry testing. That will confirm the diagnosis. Take care.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com. 1. If the bronchitis is acute in nature, it will clear up. If you have more than 4 to 6 attacks per year, we call it as chronic. If chronic, there will be a recurrence. 2. That depends on the diagnosis. Acute bronchitis- airway will become normal. In asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), you can control the disease of the airway. Cannot make the airway normal.