So sorry, Carly. When I first got asthma, I had bronchitis all the time. I learned to start taking mucinex as soon as I felt a cold coming on, and it really helped to clear everything out. My doctor also had me use the peak flow meter at least 3x day as a way to keep the airways open and try to prevent infection early on in symptoms, and that has helped me to stave of bronchitis much more in subsequent years. I know that's not going to help you right now, as you're already sick, but maybe something to try down the line. Wishing you a smooth recovery!

don't forget the simple things-using a CLEAN humidifer(always use cont or rinse out daily and dry well in between,warm soaks to sinus area if that's an issue,fluids ,ask dr about saline spray usage. i have 3 grandkids 4yrsold,2 and 1. and see them daily. if they or anyone coughs i trun my face and hold my breath as long as i can. i keep clean tissues in 1 pocket of jeans and dirty ones in the other. hand sani everywhere for me or them(also hubby who has bad habit of resting hand on mouth and wondering why he's always sick but not me on 50 mg pred a day) spring is coming and the days are getting longer hurray!!!

I had asthma attack this fall because of allergies.
I am allergic to animals.
My son has a dog and when I go to his house I am sick when I get home for days after.
I am also allergic to gluten .
When I take dairy, gluten, and artificial sweetners as well as corn and eggs out of my diet I do best.
Mg gets worse when we get sick.
Don't underestimate the bad power some foods can have over us as well as allergens in the air and on animals.
I would highly recommend a diet of fresh fruits, veggies, and protein (such as chicken)
to help you through this tough time.
Ann

Hope you feel better soon.

Great advice given already Carly. I will add some you may already know.

It is important that you stay well hydrated and make sure while awake you are getting at least 10 deep breaths an hour followed by some coughing to keep airways open and clear. You can break the deep breaths into say 3-4 per 15 minutes. Put your hands on your lower sides of your lungs and feel them both go outward when you take in a slow deep breath to make sure you are breathing deeply. If you have a spirometer, the type you get when in the hospital it is a good measure that you are taking deep breaths.

If you have an inhaler be sure you use a spacer to get better deposition of medication in your lungs. Again you want a slow deep inhalation pausing after the deep breath to let medicine go deep. Then wait a full minute before taking another with meds. Rinse after taking any medication this way.

You have a triple whammy so it will be important to get your rest as much as possible, take your medication diligently, pay attention to hydration and breathing plus clearing airways. Good luck with this and hope you are feeling better soon....Marie

Thank you, dear friends, for the advice. I'm new to asthma and bronchitis as of last year. As always, you ladies are a wealth of information! THANKS!!

Carly




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.Thanks, Tim!

Since I also have asthema I try to drink something hot in the morning like tea and that helps breakup any phlem I have then cough and deep breath at least 4 times a day and when i cough i try to cough up my toes if i am strong enough. besides what every one else says also rence your sinuses when youu take a shower that wil help keep your nose clean and cut down on infections along with brushing your teath and hand washing.
Chuck

I'm still working on my bronchitis/flu. They gave me some antibiotic, but I'm still down a bit. The nebulizer and asthma inhalers are saving my hide for sure! I'm very thankful for them.

I love hot drinks, but cannot have too much at once because they make me tired just like hot showers. I make a cup that I sip slowly through the morning hours. I love TEA!

Carly