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Breathing Problem
From last few days I am facing problem in breathing. I feel too sleepy most of the time. At times I have to put in a lot of effort to breathe. It becomes difficult to breathe and eat at the same time. I feel my nasal passage has shrinked in the last few years. Also, my speech has become slurpy from the past 1-2 years.
I have been smoking from the last 10 years. Not too heavy but avg of 3 daily. I know that it is a contributing factor in this situation and I am trying to quit and I will quit certainly. But
Please suggest what could be the possible problem or whom to consult so that I can get a better understanding of the situation and hence go for proper tests and medications if needed
Thanks.
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Please see a chest physician / pulmonologist soon. He/ she will help with the breathing problem and also help you quit smoking. It is good that you have decided not to smoke anymore.
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Consult a pulmonologist in person. You need airway functions tests and follow ups.
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Please consult pulmonologist/ chest specialist in your area ASAP
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Dr. Amruth Sindhu
Pulmonologist
17 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi. I understand your concern s. You will need to undergo a detailed examination and investigation. Consult a pulmonologist for the same at the earliest
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Dr. Vijay D Nair
Pulmonologist
10 yrs exp
Mumbai
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Thyroid function test
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Sleep study..
Yaaa that sounds perfect, go find some 1 who does these in your locality and u will get ur diagnosis..
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