<human>: I have severe asthma, i recently had an asthma attack from a cough i had. but now im on prednisone, singular, and im taking azythromycin. however now my trachea is in pain when i swallow, breathe, talk or anything as well us my upper chest and the lower back of my neck. what does this mean?
<bot>: Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to acute exacerbation of asthma, secondary to a respiratory tract infection. Management involves:1. A course of antibiotics to eradicate the causative organism. As you are taking Azithromycin, please complete the full course as advised by your Doctor.2. Stalin & Aeroflot inhaler-provide symptomatic relief by causing bronchodilator (dilating the smaller airway passages, relieving the obstruction & increasing airflow to lungs)3. Montelukast preparations- used as a maintenance therapy to relieve symptoms of asthma.4. Antihistamine & anti-tussive preparations for symptomatic relief from cough.5. Steam inhalation & deep breathing exercises.6. Maintain adequate HY Chat Doctor. 7. Also make sure that you are well protected from cold, dust & other allergens. If symptoms still persist, kindly consult a Pulmonologist for proper clinical evaluation. Wishing you a good health. Take care.