I have asthma, and I have had a particularly bad year for colds and bronchitis. I have had three cortisone shots this year--the most ever in my treatment. I have really bad bronchitis, and I am debating whether or not to go to the doctor. It s probably viral, but I sound like a seal, and my wheezing is terrible. Please advise. Kaye
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. In my opinion you should consult pulmonologist and rule out infection at present as infection is the most common cause for worsening of asthma. Also get done PFT(Pulmonary Function Test) for lung functions. And treatment of asthma should be continued daily. Not only when you have severe wheezing. Treatment of asthma is follows.1. Identification of allergen and complete avoidance of it.2. Inhaled bronchodilators like long acting beta 2 agonist and corticosteroids. 3. Antihistamines and anti-allergic Chat Doctor. 4. Anti-inflammatory ABD antibiotics as and when required. So consult pulmonologist and discuss all these.