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Emergency Trip Result

phoenixbrd — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 05:05:58 GMT

A chest cough became increasing making it difficult to breathe and finally made a trip to the emergency clinic....I was put on a breathing machine and took a chest X-ray. I was prescribed ProAir Puff, azithromycin 250mg 6-pak,and prednisone 10 mg. He wanted to admit me into the hospital and I ask if there was any alternative. He said if I took the meds, checked in tomorrow for another breathing treatment and status check up...it was that or the hospital and wasn't thrilled with me choosing to come home.

I am nervous about taking steroids, but I will follow directions. Has anyone experienced a similar protocol? Thanks for any feedback.

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lucylover64 — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 05:14:49 GMT

I have had similar prescriptions in the past when I had a persistent cough that was progressively worsening. I, too, was very nervous about the steroids but I felt so awful that I just did what the doctor recommended. My experience was positive--everything helped with time and following doctor's orders. I hope that you feel better soon and everything turns out well. Take care of yourself!

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colliemom4 — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 05:18:20 GMT

I have taken them before when I was very ill and they helped me tremendously. I hope you feel better soon!

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KarenQVC — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 05:19:15 GMT

In an emergency, I do what the dr. says and then research it after I feel better and can talk to my primary.

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I am still oxox — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 05:20:45 GMT

10mg is a very small dosage, when I get bronchitis I usually start ad 40MG for 4 days and tape down.

My only advise it take it early in the day

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betteb — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 05:21:09 GMT

Don't be afraid of the steroids. I promise you will feel so much better. If you chest X was bad enough for hospitalization, it's imperative that you take them to reduce the inflammation. You will breathe so much easier and be able to get the rest you need.

You may have trouble laying down flat in bed. If you can, elevate your head a bit with extra pillows. I've spent more than one night in my recliner because I couldn't get comfortable and breathe laying down flat.

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phoenixbrd — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 05:38:01 GMT

Thanks so much for the response and well wishes. It makes me less nervous to hear your positive response re the steroids. I'm trusting I'll be well soon, I really appreciate your feedback. I am still oxox.....I'm taking 40 mg also, I am getting ready to take them and have to take 4 10mg for the first 3 days.

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adelle38 — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 05:57:02 GMT

I've taken prednisone for respiratory infections. My experience was I became edgy after a few days but I was fine once the dose tapered off. Honestly, if a doctor wanted to admit me I would have stayed in the hospital. I hope you've got someone with you. Make sure you follow up tomorrow.

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Annabellethecat66 — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 05:59:36 GMT

Do what the Dr says. That's why they are the Dr.

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goodstuff — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 06:08:24 GMT

A short course of steroids doesn't have the same drawbacks as being on them long-term, and steroids do wonders to reduce the inflammation and swelling in your airway that are making it hard to breathe. Having difficulty breathing is no joke, and it sounds to me like the doctor did exactly the right things. Be sure and follow up as directed, and hope you feel better fast! Don't hesitate to go to the ER if you don't improve or if you get worse.

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Toppers — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 06:32:16 GMT

Yes, I have had to follow this same course of action several times when I have been quite sick with either severe bouts of bronchitis or pneumonia.

The only difference for me would be the type of antibiotics and the dose/course of steroids. I have asthma, and it's not unusual for me to have a cold move into my chest, and then turn into bronchitis or pneumonia.

I hope that you feel better soon!

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zebragirl318 — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 11:38:54 GMT

I hope you are better. Please follow up, your lungs are precious. I never quite understand why people go to the ER and then don't listen to the doctor... If he wanted you to stay I would have. But making the decision you did, at least follow doctors advice by following up.

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turtle52 — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 13:53:24 GMT

My son had asthma as a child and was on steroids MANY times. It really is a wonder drug and as others have said, if you take them for a short time and taper off, there should be no problem.

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phoenixbrd — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 21:12:41 GMT

Thanks for your comments...I finally got a good night's sleep last night and followed the Dr's directions re the meds. I was also told if I woke up with the same breathing constriction to go to the ER immediately. I will follow up with the visit he recommended. I was so concerned about negativity that I had heard re steroids, but knew I had no choice. Posters have shared that you have not had negative reactions to short term courses of this drug. I feel much better already being able to breathe and having got some sleep. Thank you so for the response.

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violann — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 21:28:36 GMT

I have also taken a brief course of steroida for severe chest congestion, and had only good results. Hope you're feeling better VERY quickly!

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sidsmom — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 21:34:04 GMT

SISTER!! Omg...you got it bad! I had the walking pneumonia several yrs back...it's one of the worse-feeling times in my life. Take the steroids...that's the key to get your healing started. Try sleeping on an elevated wedge...makes the breathing easier. I'm assuming you're coughing up your shoes, yes? Steroids will help w/ that, as well. Sleep, sleep, sleep....it's a slow heal, so don't push yourself. Check in, promise? Love...Sidsmom

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ValuSkr — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 21:36:17 GMT

Did he say you had pneumonia?

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colliemom4 — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 22:12:16 GMT

On 2/7/2015 phoenixbrd said:
Thanks for your comments...I finally got a good night's sleep last night and followed the Dr's directions re the meds. I was also told if I woke up with the same breathing constriction to go to the ER immediately. I will follow up with the visit he recommended. I was so concerned about negativity that I had heard re steroids, but knew I had no choice. Posters have shared that you have not had negative reactions to short term courses of this drug. I feel much better already being able to breathe and having got some sleep. Thank you so for the response.

Glad to hear you are feeling a bit better. It's scary to take meds you hear bad things about, but are often left with no other choice and it all ends out working out for the best.

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sfnative — Sun, 08 Feb 2015 00:50:27 GMT

You didn't state what is was that you heard about steroids that scared you. Did you tell the ER doc that you were afraid to take Prednisone? Did you ask the ER doc what the possible side effects would be at the dose you were given?

I understand that you are quite ill and suffering. But next time have a conversation with yourself to remember to ask the doctor questions you may have about any drug or procedure. This should take most of the fear and anxiety out of the situation for you, as the last thing you need when you're quite ill is a spell of anxiety over a drug that is going to do you a world of good, but for which you have only fear.

I pray you are beginning to feel a wee bit better now and that your body will begin to mend.

God Bless - R

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phoenixbrd — Sun, 08 Feb 2015 01:37:34 GMT

Thanks sister Sid, Collie Mom, and SFN...I am feeling a bit better being able get some sleep and the meds have kicked in. Yes, SFN the doc was well aware of my inclination to not take drugs and especially unhappy with the steroid. But he showed me the X-ray and the low oxigenation level and told me he would prefer hospitalization. He released me after the breathing treatment only on the condition I would return this weekend for further treatment and status update, I would take the meds, and go to the hospital if the lack of breathe continued. The steroid is making me a bit jittery, but I am breathing better and the coughing not quite so intense. It is raining outside and I will make the promised visit to the ER tomorrow.