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How Can Difficulty In Breathing Due To Anxiety Disorder Be Treated?
Hi i just turned 50 but a yer ago i couldnt breathe went to hospital got a shot and xanax and still could not breathe but was sent home.. My doctor put me on anxiety meds and i have copd from what they say. Anyways about 5 months ago i lost 20 lbs without changing diet but think it was water weight seeing i starting making sure i took the water pills.I have been retaining water for years. Well 5 months ago i started bloating very bad and it makes copd worse i cant breathe good my stomache is huge and im afraid of what is wrong. I seem to be retaining more water and i have many health problem but heart disease runs straight through my family. Why would i start bloating like this all day long for the past 5 months. It was an all the sudden thing..Im scared... ..Omgggg Im sorry. I feel like im dieing ...
Tue, 5 Feb 2019
Hello,
As first-line management, you can take drugs like zolpidem (Zolfresh is a popular brand) for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
As first-line management, you can take drugs like zolpidem (Zolfresh is a popular brand) for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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