1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Chest

  4. Chronic cough breathing problem. Need.

Chronic cough breathing problem

2026-05-11 14:29:15
Hello Doctor, My first problem started with chronic cough and breathing difficulty about 5 years ago. After that, I started getting headaches, joint pain, eye pain, chest pain  & discomfort, and right side abdominal pain. I have taken treatment, but my symptoms are still continuing. Please advise what could be the cause and what tests or specialist consultation I may need.
33 Views

Answers (4)

Get your queries answered instantly with Practo AI FREE

50000+ health queries resolved in last month

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
Your symptoms are not limited to only the lungs because along with chronic cough and breathing difficulty, you are also experiencing joint pain, eye pain, chest discomfort, headaches, and abdominal pain. This pattern may sometimes be seen in chronic inflammatory, allergic, autoimmune, or infectious conditions, so a detailed evaluation is important to identify the exact cause rather than repeatedly treating symptoms alone.
Next Steps
Consult pulmonologist Initial investigation may require- CBC, ESR/CRP, chest X-ray, and pulmonary function test. Further if needed- HRCT chest, TB evaluation, or autoimmune profile, ophthalmology and rheumatology consultation may be required
Health Tips
Do not ignore worsening symptoms. Avoid self-medication.

Answered2026-05-13 14:46:35

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

+139
Consult with a doctor
Online now
Consult a pulmonologist with detailed history and get evaluated

Answered2026-05-12 14:17:37

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

kindly connect..need proper history before going for tests

Answered2026-05-12 12:34:23

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Get chest xray Pa/ pft test and igE level and consult a pulmonologist

Answered2026-05-12 12:33:11

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Articles you may like

8 Causes of Chronic Cough

Dr.(Major) Rajesh Kr. Bhardwaj

Cough is a protective reflex of the human body that helps to propel mucus, infected material, or sometimes the rare fore ... Read more

Cough and Cold: Homoeopathy to Rescue

Dr.Rupam Sharma

A Cough is a common reflex action that clears the throat of mucus or foreign irritants. Coughing to clear the throat is ... Read more

Persistent Cough: Causes & Cure

Dr.Rajesh Swarnakar

What is a Persistent Cough?A chronic persistent cough is defined as a cough that prolongs beyond three weeks. Risk facto ... Read more

Effects Of Seasonal Cough And How to Cure It

Dr.Vishwas Madhav Thakur

Coughing is a natural reflex our respiratory system has and should be primarily considered as one of the defense mechani ... Read more

Common Causes and Remedies for Dry Cough

Dr.(Major) Rajesh Kr. Bhardwaj

Is coughing causing a lot of distress to you and to people around you? Are you tired of your nagging cough which is not ... Read more

3 Simple Breathing Exercises to Strengthen Your Lungs

Dr.Naina M Sulmane

Have you ever wondered how many breaths you take in your entire lifetime? On average, you take about 675 million breaths ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Breathing , cold, cough

4410 Views
Cold ,cough occurring again and again along with breathing problems mostly in the night and early morning ...Read More

Breathing problem with coughing

1934 Views
Suffering from Ild last 2 years having breathing problem and coughing problem taking mucinac tab and pirf ...Read More

Chronic cough after quitting smoking.

729 Views
I've recently quit smoking but i have a chronic cough with mild sputum even after quitting smoking, to th ...Read More

Having problems breathing and coughing

699 Views
I have been coughing a lot and have trouble breathing. Also have been throwing up because of to much coug ...Read More

Chronic cough

506 Views
She has chronic cough . No growth..Very weak. Frequent stomach issues. Are these because of chronic cough ...Read More

Chronic cough breathing problam fatige

17 Views
Hello dr " Chronic cough and breathlessness for 6–7 years. Asthma treatment not helping. PFT shows ...Read More

Chronic cough with sputum and nighttime

67 Views
I have been suffering from cold, runny nose and cough repeatedly for about one month. Now the cough has b ...Read More

Shortness in breathing

100 Views
I have allergy due to wheather and dust I started sneezing and coughing sometimes with fever but last 2 m ...Read More

Chronic cough

149 Views
I’ve noticed a recurring pattern with my cough. It appears frequently and lingers for a long time, especi ...Read More

Chronic Cough with Facial and Abdominal

41 Views
My father of age 47 and weight 97kg and height 5'6 is having a cough for a long time now like more than 8 ...Read More
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.