Why Might Methylprednisolone Relieve Shortness of Breath but …
Nov 19, 2010 · It can help relieve shortness of breath in some cases. But it's not effective for the treatment of emphysema. Many people who have emphysema also have chronic bronchitis, …
Chronic Bronchitis Involves Cough that Persists for Years and …
Apr 15, 2011 · The most common cause of chronic bronchitis is smoking. Unlike a post-infectious cough or viral bronchitis — which usually clear up over time with little or no treatment — …
Asthma medications: Know your options - Mayo Clinic News …
Oct 11, 2018 · Ipratropium (Atrovent HFA) is a short-acting bronchodilator that's usually prescribed for emphysema or chronic bronchitis, but is sometimes used to treat asthma …
Corticosteroids lower the likelihood of in-hospital mortality from ...
Aug 4, 2023 · Within the selected study group, the researchers examined what systemic corticosteroid treatments were used other than those that were topical or inhaled. They found …
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Why you need to evaluate hoarseness that …
Jan 3, 2020 · DEAR MAYO CLINIC: For the past few weeks, I have had a hoarse voice, even though I don’t have a cold. Is this something I should be concerned about? ANSWER: It’s not …
7 tips to combat viral upper respiratory illness
Dec 7, 2016 · The next time you go to see your health care provider for an upper respiratory illness — a cough or cold — don't assume you'll get a prescription for an antibiotic. “Antibiotics …
What to do if you get a respiratory infection: A Mayo Clinic …
Dec 30, 2024 · According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, respiratory infections like colds, flu and RSV are rising across the U.S.
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Decongestants can sometimes cause more …
Mar 1, 2022 · DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have used decongestants over the years when I'm ill, but my doctor recently said that I should be cautious because nonprescription decongestants can …
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Drug interactions with foods and drinks
Nov 25, 2021 · DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've heard I should avoid certain foods like grapefruit and broccoli, as well as alcoholic beverages, when taking certain medications. Why is that? How …
Steroids Could Help Pneumonia Patients - Mayo Clinic News …
Feb 28, 2013 · If patients with pneumonia are given steroids along with antibiotics and supportive care, it might mean less time in the hospital. That's a Mayo Clinic finding after analysis of 8 …