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Hemoptysis

2017-09-26 07:48:00
Two days ago my brother was diagnosed allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (abpa). Please tell what should we do now ?
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No need to worry must be on steroids during infected period and must regularly use inhaled bronchodilators u will be under control, a shot of antifungals will also be usefull.
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do serum ige levels and ace levels to titrate the steroids dose, be in regular touch with a pulmonologist.
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avoid cold stuffs.

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