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Suggest Treatment For Asthma And Chest Thightness

im 57 yrs old I have asthma but I thought It was under control. for the past week iv been having tightness in the front of my chest and heavy fullness in my back which I do when asthma flares. I ve been tired and at times I sweat but when I try to walk rapidly I get very short of breath or if I carry a load of laundry up the stairs I get short of breath. I have also been feeling some tummy discomfort also I take synthroid .175 odd days and .200 on even days .10 generic singular .40 pravastatin .50 losartan Spiriva I inhale daily ventolin as needed dulera 200/5 is this my asthma flaring or something with my heart
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

It can be either of these or both- the asthma or your heart.

Both of these can cause chest pain and shortness of breath. Heart related pain would be more likely if there is a previous history of heart disease or risk related conditions (high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity).

It would be best to visit your doctor for assessment to determine the cause. This would require physical examination and investigations.

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Suggest Treatment For Asthma And Chest Thightness

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic It can be either of these or both- the asthma or your heart. Both of these can cause chest pain and shortness of breath. Heart related pain would be more likely if there is a previous history of heart disease or risk related conditions (high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity). It would be best to visit your doctor for assessment to determine the cause. This would require physical examination and investigations. I hope this helps