When should I see a healthcare provider about bronchiectasis?
When should I see a healthcare provider about bronchiectasis?
If at any time you find yourself coughing a lot, coughing up mucus frequently, coughing up blood, or having trouble breathing, you should consult a healthcare provider.
If you have been diagnosed with bronchiectasis, you should contact your healthcare provider if:
- You have signs of infection, like a fever or chills
- You have more trouble breathing than usual
- You have pain in your chest
- You are much more tired than usual
- You are losing weight unintentionally
- You are coughing up more mucus, mucus with blood in it, or mucus that is yellow or green
- You do not have an appetite