See All
Preferences
My Communities
My Discussions
My Email Digests


I have had breathing difficulties for like a month or more now. It started when I had flu and i was on a plane..i had problems taking in deep breath. there was tightness in the chest, mainly in the bronchial area.
At first i thought it would go away, but it didn't,,the breathing got more difficult and i had to see the doctor..the doc diagnosed me with a flu and gave me a flu shot and amoxicillin 500 mg.. i was allergic to it and had to stop using it..then the doc knowing about my still persisting breathing difficulties he prescribed me Azithromycin 250..he assured me that my lungs are perfectly healthy although he had not seen my x ray, just examined my lungs with a stethoscope..but there were others who were diagnosed with pneumonia...the doc said i have nothing to worry about and i returned home relieved with a peace of mind...but the breathing did not get any better...i again went to the doc, he and a nurse examined me properly,,checked my family history and asked if i smoke..i stopped smoking since i had the flu. and the doc suspects its an infection caused by the after effects of quitting cigarettes..he didn't mention bronchitis..although the symptoms are very close to bronchitis..he prescribed me..sulfameth/trimethoprim 800/160 antibiotics and an inhaler..it relieves me to some extent..but is not making much difference...i'm on these medications and I take vapourising steam every night and when i cough out my phelgm it is yellowish brown and green and occasional small streaks of blood are present in it..streaks of blood are specially there in the mucus from my nose..i don't have any fever, fatigue or anything else..which i had when i had flu but its gone now..i don't mean to bore you with my detailed story but this is very frustrating and its getting difficult to co-op with my daily life...should i be worried??View Thread
See Related Pain Management Communities
Women's Health Newsletter
Find out what women really need.
Other Pain Management Information
More Related Communities
The opinions expressed in WebMD User-generated content areas like communities, reviews, ratings, or blogs are solely those of the User, who may or may not have medical or scientific training. These opinions do not represent the opinions of WebMD. User-generated content areas are not reviewed by a WebMD physician or any member of the WebMD editorial staff for accuracy, balance, objectivity, or any other reason except for compliance with our Terms and Conditions. Some of these opinions may contain information about treatments or uses of drug products that have not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. WebMD does not endorse any specific product, service, or treatment.
Do not consider WebMD User-generated content as medical advice. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read on WebMD. You should always speak with your doctor before you start, stop, or change any prescribed part of your care plan or treatment. WebMD understands that reading individual, real-life experiences can be a helpful resource, but it is never a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified health care provider. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or dial 911 immediately.
Health Solutions From Our Sponsors
©2005-2013 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.
WebMD does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. See additional information.
