I've been dealing with wheezing and a cold since last night. I took azithromycin 500 and a tablet with serratiopeptidase and diclofenac sodium, but now the wheezing has gotten worse. Should I consider taking methylprednisolone to help with the wheezing?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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5+ Yrs

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go to near by hospital they will give you injection hydrocortisone or nebulization. never take steriods without a doctor advice

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Yes,continue treatment rotacap 200 inhaler sos for breathing diffficulty is advised to the patient.

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I'm a bit confused and worriedare pleural effusion and pneumonia the same thing? I've been trying to understand the difference and it's a bit overwhelming. Could you explain how they're related or if they're completely different?

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Smoking cessation is advised to the patient.

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