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Stop the Cough, Breathe Easier

Rapid assessment, right tests, and targeted therapy—without overusing antibiotics

Book Bronchitis Consultation
90 mins
Assessment → First Plan
Typical time to exam, tests if needed, and treatment start
35%
Fewer ER Visits
With inhaler-technique coaching and action plans
70%
Antibiotic Avoidance
Acute viral cases safely managed without antibiotics

When to Consult

  • Persistent cough (dry or with phlegm), chest congestion, or wheeze
  • Fever, body aches, or sore throat with chest symptoms
  • Shortness of breath on exertion or at night
  • Symptoms beyond 3 weeks or frequent relapses
  • History of asthma/COPD, smoking, or poor inhaler technique
  • Elderly, diabetes, heart/kidney disease, or recent hospitalisation

Understanding Bronchitis in the Indian Context

In Hyderabad, dust, incense, viral surges, and smoking exposures make cough and chest congestion common. At Ajuda Hospitals, we prioritise correct diagnosis, inhaler education, and antibiotic stewardship so you recover quickly and safely.

When to Consult Our Cough Clinic

⚠️ Seek urgent care for:

  • ✓ Severe breathlessness, bluish lips, or very low oxygen
  • ✓ Chest pain, confusion, or fainting
  • ✓ High fever with shaking chills, coughing blood, or dehydration

Book a routine visit for persistent cough/wheeze, night symptoms, or relapses after colds.

Our Diagnostic Approach

Focused Exam & Red Flags

Differentiate viral bronchitis vs pneumonia/asthma/COPD.

Selective Testing

X-ray or sputum only when risk or poor progress.

Lung Function & Technique

Peak flow/spirometry and device coaching.

Stewardship & Triggers

Avoid unnecessary antibiotics; fix rhinitis/GERD/smoking exposures.

Treatment Pathways

From home-care and inhaler support to targeted antibiotics when truly needed, COPD bundles for chronic bronchitis, and tele follow-ups—your plan is simple, safe, and effective.

What to Expect: Your Care Journey

Day 0: assessment + first plan → Day 2–3: symptom relief → Week 1–2: cough settles → Week 3–4: post-viral cough resolves; review if persistent.

Technology & Innovation

Peak flow/spirometry and EMR alerts track progress and signal when to step down medicines or re-evaluate.

Preventing Complications

Vaccination, trigger control, smoke-free homes, and correct inhaler use reduce future flares and hospital visits.

Why Ajuda for Bronchitis Care?

📏 Accurate Diagnosis

Treat the cause—viral vs bacterial vs airway flare.

🫁 Inhaler Coaching

Technique checks and device fit speed relief.

🛡️ Safe Stewardship

Avoiding unnecessary antibiotics protects you long-term.

Take the First Step

Call 9010550550 or book online for a same-day bronchitis evaluation and action plan.

Diagnosis Approach

1

Targeted Clinical Evaluation

Differentiate acute viral bronchitis from pneumonia, asthma/COPD flare, or TB using history, vitals, and lung exam.

2

Objective Testing (Selective)

Chest X-ray only when red flags (high fever, focal chest signs, low SpO2) or prolonged symptoms; sputum tests for high-risk.

3

Lung Function & Technique

Peak flow/spirometry where indicated; verify inhaler type (MDI/DPI), spacer use, and adherence.

4

Stewardship & Comorbidity Review

Avoid unnecessary antibiotics; assess rhinitis, GERD, and smoking exposure that prolong cough.

Treatment Options

Symptom Control & Home Care

Hydration, steam inhalation, saline nasal rinse, honey-based cough support (adults), and rest; avoid irritants.

Speeds recovery and reduces night cough
3–7 days typical; review if not improving

Inhaler/Nebuliser Support

Short-acting bronchodilators; add low-dose inhaled steroids for wheezy/atopic phenotype per guidelines.

Relieves chest tightness and wheeze within hours–days
5–14 days; taper as symptoms settle

Targeted Antibiotics (When Indicated)

Reserved for bacterial suspicion, elderly/comorbids, or prolonged purulent cough with fever—narrowest effective agent.

Shortens illness in true bacterial cases; avoids resistance
Typically 5 days; culture-guided if severe

COPD/Chronic Bronchitis Pathway

Exacerbation bundle: bronchodilators, short steroid course, oxygen if needed; smoking cessation and vaccination review.

Reduces hospitalisation and speeds recovery
48–72 hrs stabilisation; 2–4 week follow-up

Allergy & Post-Viral Cough Care

Nasal steroids/antihistamines for upper-airway cough; GERD/laryngitis management when triggers identified.

Cuts lingering cough by ~30–40%
2–6 weeks with step-down

Telemedicine & Action Plan

WhatsApp check-ins, inhaler video verification, and red-flag sheet; quick tweaks without extra visits.

25–30% improvement in adherence; fewer bounce-backs
First 2 weeks intensive; then as needed

Expected Outcomes

Treatment Timeline

2–3 Days

Fever/body aches settle; chest tightness improves

1–2 Weeks

Cough frequency and phlegm markedly reduce

3–4 Weeks

Most post-viral cough resolves; assess if persistent

1–3 Months

For chronic bronchitis/COPD—rehab and vaccine plan

Success Metrics

  • Return-to-work within 3–5 days for uncomplicated cases
  • Zero antibiotics for confirmed viral bronchitis
  • ACT/CAT score improvement in asthma/COPD overlaps