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Medical Conditions - Chest Congestion

When there is inflammation of the lung bronchi due to an infection, they get swollen and secrete mucus that constricts the airflow, thereby causing difficulty breathing. Breathlessness is associated with chest tightness, fever, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, productive cough, etc. Prolonged chest congestion along with cough can be a sign of pneumonia. Chest congestion is the most common feature of COVID-19 infection. Antimicrobials, drinking plenty of fluids, a hot shower, steam inhalation, and bronchodilators can relieve the symptoms to some extent. While sleeping, the head can be placed at a raised position above the body's level for easy breathing.

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Which test can confirm lung cancer at age 40?

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Why is my son having continuous chest congestion?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, I would suggest you carry out a chest X-ray and a complete blood count to rule out a lung infection like bronchitis.

What should I do if my 3-month-old baby has a severe cough?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern.

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Dr. Aaqib Javed

Dr. Aaqib Javed

I have severe cough and slight pressure in the chest. Are these signs of COVID-19?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Two things you could do, stop worrying too much and continue to take precautions. To avoid worrying, get done a few blood tests.

In spite of using inhaler often, I have heavy congestion. Why?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There are a few important points to consider. You should not be using the nebulizer or rescue inhaler that often.

How to manage nocturnal wheezing and chest tightness?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. If your FEV1 (forced expiratory volume in one second) is less than the previous one, then this is suggestive of poor asthma control.

How do I manage cough, congestion with COPD at 63?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

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Dr. Reema Wankar

Dr. Reema Wankar

I have chest tightness with shortness of breath and throat irritation. What is the problem?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Since when have you been suffering from chest tightness? Is it aggravating at night or early morning? Possible causes are like 1.

I have mucus in lungs and throat. How to manage?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You have an important medical check in three days and need to clear mucus from your lungs and throat urgently.

What causes pleural infection in my 4-year-old daughter?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concerns. Pleural fluid collection occurs when infection persists for a long time and is not responding to antibiotics.

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Dr. Deepak Patel

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