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Dr. Akinyemi Ajayi, MD
Pulmonologist (Pediatric)
Dr. Akinyemi Ajayi practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Winter Park, FL. Dr. Ajayi treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
32 years
Experience
Dr. Akinyemi Ajayi, MD
- Winter Park, FL
- University of Ilorin College of Health Sciences
- Accepting new patients
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How long does pneumonia last without antibiotics?
It depends, if it is a viral pneumonia, it may last up to 2 weeks. A bacterial pneumonia may not clear up without antibiotics
How long does pneumonia last?
Most pneumonias resolve in less than 2 weeks with antibiotics. If there was an abnormal chest x ray, that may take longer to return to normal even though you may no longer have READ MORE
Most pneumonias resolve in less than 2 weeks with antibiotics. If there was an abnormal chest x ray, that may take longer to return to normal even though you may no longer have symptoms
What is the best cough medicine for 5 year old?
I do not really recommend cough medicines. It is better to find out the cause of the cough and treat that.
Can pneumonia be fixed with medications?
Yes, with antibiotics, occasionally steroids are required as well.
Is it okay to have breathing problems after pneumonia?
It may take some time for your lungs to heal fully so if your breathing has not returned back to normal within 2 days of treatment that is quite normal. Take it easy, stay hydrated, READ MORE
It may take some time for your lungs to heal fully so if your breathing has not returned back to normal within 2 days of treatment that is quite normal. Take it easy, stay hydrated, make sure you do deep breathing exercises and follow any other recommendations from your doctors
Is lung CT scan with dye safe?
A CT scan with contrast dye is safe as long as you are not allergic to the dye
2 year old wheezing, 40 degree fever
The duration of symptoms is quite long. May have started with a viral illness but seems like there may be a bacterial secondary infection and possibly a pneumonia with the respiratory READ MORE
The duration of symptoms is quite long. May have started with a viral illness but seems like there may be a bacterial secondary infection and possibly a pneumonia with the respiratory rate and fever that high. Would strongly recommend following up with a physician in person very urgently. Consider emergency room or urgent care.
Can bronchitis cause shortness of breath?
Yes, bronchitis can be associated with shortness of breath. In general, it is more likely to be associated with coughing. Depending on your underlying pulmonary health (baseline) READ MORE
Yes, bronchitis can be associated with shortness of breath. In general, it is more likely to be associated with coughing. Depending on your underlying pulmonary health (baseline) shortness of breath may be more apparent.
