Lung infection recovery time

In some cases, a chest infection, such as acute bronchitis, will go away on its own and you won’t have to see a doctor.

A pharmacist may be able to help you by recommending over-the-counter (OTC) decongestant medications to help loosen any mucus in your chest, which will make it easier to cough up.

You should always go to see a doctor for a chest infection if you:

• are over 65 years old
• have a child under 5 with symptoms of a chest infection
• are pregnant
• have a chronic health condition or a weakened immune system
• cough up blood or bloody mucus
• have symptoms such as a fever or headache that gets worse
• have a cough that lasts longer than three weeks
• have quick breathing, pain in your chest, or shortness of breath
• feel dizzy, confused, or disoriented

In order to diagnose your condition, the doctor will evaluate your symptoms and perform a physical examination, during which they’ll use a stethoscope to listen to your heart and lungs as you breathe.

The doctor may take a chest X-ray to determine the location and severi

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