I am nearly 68, have suffered from a bad chest on and off.. the last twelve months I have had a continues cough , when I start I can t stop until I cough of a plug which are so sticky... I have had a broncoscopy this morning..the results say..scattered cecreations , most in RML and left LINGULA....and likely infective changes..what does this mean.... pat
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. No need to worry about this bronchoscopy report as it is only minor infection. In my opinion, we should rule out bronchitis in your case because bronchitis is common in elderly people, and it causes chronic cough with expectoration. So consult pulmonologist and get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). PFT will not only diagnose bronchitis, but it will also tell you about severity of the disease and treatment is based on severity only. You will improve with inhaled bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroid. So first diagnose and then start appropriate treatment. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.