I'm experiencing some trouble with my breathing over the past week and I've noticed I'm feeling kind of low on energy. There's a bit of congestion too. What could this be, and should I be worried or see someone about it?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

General Practitioner

MBBS
1+ Yrs

Consult Now

Probable diagnosis is upper respiratory tract infection.Patient is advised tab augmentin 625mg orally,thrice dailly for 5 days,tab levocetrizine 10 mg for 5 days and syrup salbutoml 10 ml thrice dailly for 5 days.

Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...

Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Find a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

More Pulmonology/ Respiratory Medicine Health Queries

View all

I struggle with breathing every April and October and need to use a Rotahaler in emergencies. I get a tight chest, wheezing, cough, and cold, and this happens with every change of the weather. Some doctors have mentioned it might be due to sinus issues. How can I manage or find relief from asthma or bronchitis?

Continue rotahaler whenever ypu have breathing difficulty SOS .

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Could someone help me understand my mom's chest x-ray results? Her oxygen levels seem fine, but I'm worried because her SpO2 drops to 85 when she lies down. What could be causing this?

do pulmonary function test

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

My HRCT scan showed a small fibrotic patch near the oblique fissure in the middle lobe but everything else was normal with no signs of viral pneumonia Should I be worried about this fibrotic patch since I don't have any bad habits or underlying conditions

A detailed evaluation will help decide the best course of action.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Health Articles for you

View all

Asthma

Guide to Living With Asthma

Understand how to live well with asthma through effective management, medication, and lifestyle changes. Explore tips for symptom control, triggers to avoid, and long-term care for a healthier, active life.

Seasonal affective disorder

Healthy Monsoon For Moms: Know All About It

Discussion of the importance of health during monsoon season, common health concerns of mothers, easy tips for boosting immunity, healthy eating and adequate water intake, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, hygiene and adaptation to season-friendly clothes. Adaptation to techniques of stress management and sound mental health.

Asthma

I'm experiencing some trouble with my breathing over the past week and I've noticed I'm feeling kind of low on energy. There's a bit of congestion too. What could this be, and should I be worried or see someone about it?

Probable diagnosis is upper respiratory tract infection.Patient is advised tab augmentin 625mg orally,thrice dailly for 5 days,tab levocetrizine 10 mg for 5 days and syrup salbutoml 10 ml thrice dailly for 5 days.

More Pulmonology/ Respiratory Medicine Health Queries

Could someone help me understand my mom's chest x-ray results? Her oxygen levels seem fine, but I'm worried because her SpO2 drops to 85 when she lies down. What could be causing this?

My HRCT scan showed a small fibrotic patch near the oblique fissure in the middle lobe but everything else was normal with no signs of viral pneumonia Should I be worried about this fibrotic patch since I don't have any bad habits or underlying conditions

Health Articles for you

Guide to Living With Asthma

Healthy Monsoon For Moms: Know All About It

Asthma Attack and Anaphylaxis Differences

Your Guide to Quit Smoking Today Before It's Too Late

COPD Overview: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment