Symptoms of bronchiectasis

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Bronchiectasis refers to irreversible dilatation caused by tissue destruction of one or more proximal bronchi and medium-sized bronchi. It is a common suppurative inflammation of the respiratory system. Gao Zhen said that the main pathogenic factors were bronchial infection, obstruction and traction, and some of them were congenital genetic factors. Most of the patients had childhood history of measles, pertussis or bronchopneumonia. With the improvement of people's life, measles and pertussis vaccination, as well as the application of antibiotics, the disease has been significantly reduced. So, what are the symptoms of bronchiectasis? Let's talk about it

Symptoms of bronchiectasis

In chronic cough, a large amount of concentrated sputum can reach 100-400 ml per day. In case of anaerobic bacteria infection, the sputum can stink. When the body position changes, due to the stimulation of sputum moving in the trachea and bronchus, the cough will be aggravated and the amount of sputum will increase.

About 50% - 70% of the patients with recurrent hemoptysis have hemoptysis history, and the amount of hemoptysis varies from small amount to large amount. Sometimes there is no positive correlation between the amount of hemoptysis and the degree of pathological changes. Some patients have only symptoms of hemoptysis without chronic cough and a history of massive purulent sputum. The most common cause of hemoptysis is infection.

Systemic manifestations of patients with local and systemic decreased resistance, easy to catch a cold and respiratory tract infection. In the remission of the disease can be no obvious systemic symptoms, aggravation of the disease in addition to cough, expectoration, hemoptysis aggravation, but also can appear fever, headache, systemic pain, fatigue and so on. Anemia and malnutrition may occur in the elderly. Complicated with pulmonary fibrosis, emphysema, pulmonary heart disease can appear shortness of breath, edema and other symptoms.

matters needing attention

If the patient is diagnosed as bronchiectasis by the doctor, it is necessary to treat as soon as possible. Early detection and early treatment are not only conducive to the smooth recovery of patients, but also conducive to relieving economic pressure.