What Causes Breathing Difficulty?

Posted on Mon, 5 May 2014

Question: hi,we are on vacation in cour d alene ,idaho from Cincinnati ohio, my mom is almost 87 and she is having more and more trouble breathing. She had a dr, check her out right before we left and all was good. Shen was walking every day with out any problems,but now waling aroundeven a little makes her huffing and puffing as if just ran a race. we have no idea why,we thought maybe the higher elevation? But she has been here before without this problem. suggestions??/ thank you XXXX

Answered by Dr. Albana Sejdini (2 hours later)

Brief Answer: Let her rest more... Detailed Answer: Hi XXXX, Thank you for taking care of your mom. Before giving precise answer, I'd like to know the right diagnosis of your mother and the current medications she is taking. According to the symptoms your mother is having, it might be because of high elevation and the actual status of her heart problems. Although she has been there other times, however, this time, perhaps her heart problems have progressed more as compared to other times. If her doctor agreed to bring her there, then, I suggest : - not to get her move around for too long. Instead, let her stay sit or lay at bed - give her medications as prescribed by her doctor - monitor her blood pressure and blood sugar levels If the symptoms will get worse, then, should consult a cardiologist. Hope it helped! Let me know if you need further clarifications! Dr.Albana

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