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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.
Fri, 8 May 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.
I hope this helps
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
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