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I Am Suffering From Asthma And Leg Cramping And Falling. What Can I Do About It ?

hi I am a 44 y/old woman with a 24 year history of asthma. I cannot take inhaled steroids due to side effects. In the past year and a half when I climb stairs or hills I get weakness and cramping in my legs and they buckle causing me to fall to my knees. what is this and what can I do about it ?
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You need to get yourself examined madamozaille! There may be various causes associated to the presenting symptoms.
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I Am Suffering From Asthma And Leg Cramping And Falling. What Can I Do About It ?

You need to get yourself examined madamozaille! There may be various causes associated to the presenting symptoms.