Chest tightness and side effects caused by bacterial infection

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Almost everyone has had symptoms of a cold. In fact, according to the University of Pennsylvania Health System, about one billion people in the United States get colds every year. The most common symptoms of this respiratory infection are nasal congestion, sneezing, sore throat, cough and headache. These symptoms are usually caused by viruses and usually disappear within a week or two. Occasionally, however, simple respiratory infections can lead to more serious illnesses. Chest tightness and fever are possible signs of bacterial infection. In addition, you think that chest-related symptoms of common colds may actually be caused by primary bacterial infections. These symptoms must be evaluated by a doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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When you take a physical examination, your body will listen to your breathing and find out the cause of your chest tightness. (Image: jupiterimages/photos.com/getty images)

Infected Respiratory Tract Infection

Touching the eyes, nose or mouth after touching the surface of bacterial infection, or inhaling the infected fog after someone sneezes or coughs, can cause respiratory infection. Your body tries to fight the symptoms of infection, usually within two or three days of your re-infection. Most of the time, these are viral infections that cause colds. When your main symptoms appear on your head, such as sneezing and sore throat, the infection is informally referred to as a head cold. When your main symptoms are related to your chest, such as coughing and congestion caused by mucus, you may develop chest cold. Most respiratory infections do not develop to this stage. Bacterial infections are caused by inflammation and mucus accumulation. According to Dr. Sears, this mucus is the breeding ground for bacteria. Acute bacterial infections occur when bacteria in mucus multiply. Side effects of these diseases include fever, cough, asthma, chest tightness, shortness of breath and dyspnea in severe cases.

h3>Bronchitis is an inflammation of the airway from the trachea to the chest. Infectious bronchitis is usually viral, but can develop into bacterial bronchitis. Post-cold bronchitis is more likely to be bacterial. Symptoms of infectious bronchitis, whether caused by bacteria or viruses, include fever lasting from 100 to 102 degrees Fahrenheit for several days, and cough caused by mucus. Yellow and green mucus may, but not necessarily, indicate bacterial infection. Other side effects include shortness of breath and wheezing, especially in the presence of cold air or strong odors. If your doctor suspects that your bronchitis may be bacterial, you may need a mucus culture to determine whether the bacteria really exist and a chest X-ray to rule out pneumonia. Bacterial bronchitis is treated with antibiotics. < p > < H3 > pneumonia is caused by more than 50 related infections that cause pulmonary inflammation. Although viral pneumonia or walking pneumonia are generally mild, serious infections caused by bacterial pneumonia can be life-threatening because inflammation interferes with your lungs and your ability to exchange carbon dioxide and oxygen. It may also lead to fluid accumulation, and the infection may spread outside the lungs. Cedar Sinai says most pneumonia is caused by bacteria. Pneumonia usually occurs after a cold, and some of its early symptoms, such as cough and fever, may be mistaken for a cold. Chest pain, chest tightness, alternating shivering and sweating, and shortness of breath are often associated with pneumonia. A fever of 102 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, a sudden deterioration of colds or influenza, and a start to improve, suggest the possibility of pneumonia. These symptoms must be assessed by a doctor immediately. Blood tests and mucus cultures may be required, and you may need chest X-rays or CT scans. Bacterial pneumonia is treated with antibiotics. To prevent bacterial infections, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics for other forms of pneumonia. Asthma is a chronic pulmonary disease, which can cause pulmonary inflammation and muscle spasm. Stimulation that causes inflammation can also lead to excessive mucus secretion. Spasms and mucus cause bronchial constriction and obstruction of the airway. Acute symptoms of asthma attacks include cough, asthma, chest tightness and shortness of breath. Although many different stimulants and allergens can cause asthma attacks, they may also be caused by bacterial infections. Asthma can be life-threatening. Acute episodes are medical emergencies. Suspected asthma symptoms must be evaluated by a doctor.

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