Tracheitis
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Tracheitis is inflammation of the trachea, the passage that carries air from the larynx to the bronchi. It usually has an infectious origin and often appears after an upper respiratory illness.
Common symptoms: cough, which may be dry or hoarse, discomfort or pain in the chest or neck area, and sometimes fever or difficulty breathing.
When to see a doctor? With a persistent cough, pain when breathing, or any breathing difficulty, especially if the symptoms worsen.
Which specialist treats it? The otolaryngologist evaluates the upper airway, and the pulmonologist handles conditions of the lower airways. When symptoms are intense or do not improve, it is advisable to contact a professional for a proper evaluation.
Data on 88 doctors who treat tracheitis
Which specialist treats tracheitis?
Tracheitis is treated by a pulmonologist, a specialist in the airways, or by an otolaryngologist (ENT) if it relates to the throat and upper airway. See a specialist if you have persistent cough, pain when breathing, or difficulty breathing.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in tracheitis
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Dr. Ricardo Huerta Figueroa
Dr. Jose Gregorio Arellano Aguilar
Frequently asked questions
What is tracheitis?
Tracheitis is inflammation of the trachea, the passage that carries air from the larynx to the bronchi. It usually has an infectious origin and often appears after an upper respiratory illness.
Which doctor treats tracheitis?
Tracheitis is treated by a pulmonologist, a specialist in the airways, or by an otolaryngologist (ENT) if it relates to the throat and upper airway. See a specialist if you have persistent cough, pain when breathing, or difficulty breathing.