What department is for tracheitis?

Written by Han Shun Li
Pulmonology
Updated on September 13, 2024
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Bronchitis is a common respiratory disease, and clinically, it often presents with symptoms such as fever, cough, and expectoration. Some patients may also experience chest tightness and shortness of breath, and they should consult a respiratory medicine department. After the visit, the doctor may conduct tests including a complete blood count, C-reactive protein, chest imaging, etc., to confirm the diagnosis of bronchitis. In terms of treatment, the first step is to use medication based on the cause of the disease; for example, if it is caused by bacterial infection, sensitive antibiotics will be used for treatment. Additionally, symptomatic treatment medications may be chosen based on symptoms, such as cough suppressants and expectorants, etc. (Specific medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Does tracheitis require surgery?

The so-called tracheitis is a non-specific inflammation caused by various triggering factors that irritate the trachea. For patients with tracheitis, as long as appropriate antiallergic treatment is given, relieving tracheal spasms, anti-infection, cough suppression, expectoration, asthma relief, and other symptomatic treatments, the discomfort caused by tracheitis can be effectively controlled. Therefore, patients with tracheitis do not require surgical treatment, and surgery cannot cure tracheitis. Therefore, in cases of tracheitis, some are caused by allergic factors, some by excessive vigorous exercise, and others by viral or bacterial infection. Thus, for tracheitis caused by different triggering factors, symptomatic treatment can usually effectively control the symptoms caused by tracheitis.

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What should I do about chronic bronchitis cough?

Bronchitis and chronic coughing, if indicated by bacterial infection resulting in fever, coughing, and yellow phlegm, with elevated white blood cells and procalcitonin, should be treated with antimicrobial drugs based on the results of sputum culture and sensitivity testing. If the trachea is invaded by a virus causing coughing symptoms, symptomatic treatment should primarily be administered, and some proprietary Chinese medicines with antiviral properties, such as Banlangen granules or Lianhua Qingwen capsules, may be taken. If the bronchitis and coughing are caused by allergies, nebulized corticosteroids and antihistamines should be utilized for treatment. Regularly keep warm to avoid getting chilled, especially during the variable temperatures of early morning and evening in the winter and spring seasons. Timely adjustments in clothing are advisable along with strengthening physical exercise to improve the body’s resistance. (Note: Please follow medical advice regarding medications.)

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Is tracheitis contagious?

Tracheitis is a respiratory infectious disease that is contagious, especially among children with weak constitutions and elderly patients with multiple ailments. Close contact with individuals suffering from tracheitis might lead to the transmission of the disease through airborne droplets to those with low immunity. Hence, it is recommended that individuals suffering from this disease wear masks to reduce viral transmission and, if possible, undergo isolation treatment. Drinking plenty of water, resting, avoiding smoking and alcohol, consuming a light diet, and seeking timely treatment typically lead to full recovery within about a week.

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What should not be eaten with tracheitis?

Patients with tracheitis must be careful not to eat spicy, greasy, raw, cold, irritating foods, such as peppers, black pepper, mustard, green onions, ginger, garlic, as well as fried foods, fried foods, smoked foods, pickled products, or some barbecues, hot pots, and also some coffee, strong tea, carbonated drinks, and alcoholic beverages should be avoided as much as possible. At the same time, do not smoke or drink alcohol, cooperate actively with the doctor's treatment to alleviate symptoms. It is appropriate to eat some fresh fruits and vegetables, supplement vitamins, and enhance your resistance. Do not stay up late at night, ensure sufficient sleep, to help the disease recover as quickly as possible. Because during sleep, the body can promote self-repair, and effectively shorten the course of the disease.

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What foods should be avoided with tracheitis?

People with bronchitis should avoid overly spicy, stimulating, and greasy foods, such as chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, grilled meats, and hot pots. These foods can exacerbate symptoms of coughing and phlegm, hampering the alleviation of the condition. Some cases of bronchitis are caused by allergic factors. If a person is allergic to certain foods, they should avoid those foods. For instance, patients allergic to seafood should not consume it as it could worsen symptoms of coughing and asthma, which is not conducive to the relief of their condition. A light diet should be maintained, with attention to staying warm, avoiding cold exposure, changing unhealthy lifestyle habits, and abstaining from smoking and drinking.