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2020-11-02 15:56:42
I am having asthma and taking foracart 400 mg. But  thick pasty mucas is comming from throat continiously. Also how to confirm if i have asthma or copd.
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Asthma and COPD are differentiated by PFT . Consult a Pulmonologist

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Hi. I understand your concern. Consult a pulmonologist for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and further management plan

Answered2020-11-02 16:32:45

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depends on smoking history..age of onset of symptoms..can be associated sinusitis also. consult a Pulmonologist online for detailed evaluation and management!

Answered2020-11-02 16:46:27

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Do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

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Hello noted above history and related issues As you stated age 64 needs evaluation and symptoms analysis as history is needed to arrive at the diagnosis
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