Pulmonology & Respiratory Medicine
Chest infection treatment
Infections like bronchitis and pneumonia affect the airways and lungs, ranging from mild to serious.
Common symptoms
- Productive cough
- Fever
- Chest pain when breathing deeply
- Breathlessness
What it involves
Assessment, sometimes a chest X-ray, and antibiotics or antivirals depending on the identified cause.
What to expect
Most chest infections improve within 1-2 weeks of appropriate treatment; severe cases may need hospitalisation.
This page is educational information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Every case is different — talk to a qualified, verified doctor about your specific symptoms and situation before making treatment decisions.
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