Drug induced severe obstructive bronchiolitis (OB): a case report

Background: Sudden onset and persistence of bronchial obstruction suggest asthma or COPD exacerbation. In differential diagnosis some other causes should be considered. We report a 49-year old male, non-smoker with dry cough and severe dyspnoea on exertion. Case history: 49-year old male, non-smoker got ill two weeks before admission with dry cough, severe dyspnoea on exertion and chest tightness. Symptoms were present only during the day. No sputum production was observed. M. Crohn was diagnosed 4 months ago and treated with high doses of sulphasalazine (1500mg daily). Gastrointestinal symptoms regressed while…