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Suggest Treatment For Asthma And Wheezing

I was diagnosed with asthma ten years ago, when I was 56. Lately, I have had quite a bit of wheezing at night. Sometimes, during the day, I have fits of coughing that bring me to tears. I am currently using Advait twice a day and have even resorted to using a rescue inhaler (which I haven t had to use before). Should I see a pulmonologist to find out if my asthma has gotten worse? My primary care doctor keeps telling me I have allergies.
posted on Sat, 17 Jan 2015
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Yes, it would be best to consider visiting a pulmonologist for assessment.

You may have allergies but allergies can worsen asthma control and cause increased asthmatic attacks.

You may need medication to help control your allergies and also a change in asthma control.

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Suggest Treatment For Asthma And Wheezing

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic Yes, it would be best to consider visiting a pulmonologist for assessment. You may have allergies but allergies can worsen asthma control and cause increased asthmatic attacks. You may need medication to help control your allergies and also a change in asthma control. I hope this helps