I had surgery 5 weeks ago. I have had a problem breathing every since . I have been to my doctor and been on antibiotics and stereos. Got so bad I went to ER, that did test for blood clot come up with I need to see a heart dr. Making me an appointment for next week but mean time my chest hurts like someone kicked me in it and I can t stop coughing, plus I am running a low grade temp of100. What can I do for some relief?
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. By your history and description in my opinion, you should rule out lung infection and bronchitis in your case. Both of these are common after surgery. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system, chest x-ray to rule out lung infection and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) for the diagnosis of bronchitis. You may need inhaled bronchodilators, inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) and antihistamine Chat Doctor.  All these