Female, 24, 5 4 , 215 lbs, diagnosed with upper respiratory infection on 09/25/14. Antibiotics did not work, diagnosed with Bronchitis 09/29/14 on second round of antibiotic (higher strength) and steroids. Started feeling dizzy, light headed and weak 10/01/14. Should I be concerned and seek additional medical attention?
Hello dear, thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your situation and problem. Yes, you should definitely consult pulmonologist and get done1. Clinical examination of respiratory system. 2. Chest x-ray. 3. PUT (pulmonary function test)Since you are not improving even after 2nd round of antibiotic, we need to rule out lung infection (pneumonia) and bronchitis. Chest x-ray is needed to rule out lung infection and PFT is needed to rule out bronchitis. PFT will also tell you about severity of the disease. And treatment of bronchitis is based on severity only. You may need inhaled bronchodilators and antihistamine Chat Doctor.  So consult pulmonologist and discuss all these.