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Breathing problem
In 2016 i had breathing problem , doctor's told me that it's due to allergy, from past year i am being suffering from breathing problem every week but from last few months it's has become common, & from last 2 days i am having persistent mild breathing problem , recently i took anxiety & depression tablets , my weight has been increased to 81 according to BMI it should be around 64 !! what to do ???
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Get your asthma control by using prescribed inhalers
Get a PFT done
Anti anxiety medications at times make you sleep more so you tend to gain weight
And some medications do have a side effect of gaining weight
Do regular Yoga and breathing exercises
Do warm saline gargles
Take more fruits and green vegetables to boost your immune system
If still problem persists then follow up with a Chest Physician and your Psychiatrist
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Hi. I understand your concern s. You might be having asthma . For a detailed analysis of your symptoms and treatment consult a pulmonologist via chat consult. You will need regular inhalers that is the only treatment for asthma.
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Do deep breathing exercises and yoga.
Try to reduce weight by proper diet modification and exercise.
If it is allergic, can take some anti allergic medications.
But need to evaluate your symptoms, as it could be allergic asthma, where you may require inhalers.
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Teleconsulting with Pulmonologist for detailed evaluation.
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Dr. Aditya Parihar
Pulmonologist
22 yrs exp
Nagpur
Yes very true inference drawn by you for your health,and BMI .(
You have been suffering from anxiety and depression.
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Eat healthy fresh abstinence from tobacco products,and continue drugs which you have been prescribed.
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Need elaborate information for breathing problem,I can assist you over an online chat .
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Dr. Suruchi
Pulmonologist
21 yrs exp
Gurgaon
You may be suffering from allergy induced asthma
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You should get tested for allergy count and thyroid function tests.
Meditation for your anxiety along with deep breathing exercises
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you should consult a pulmonologist. In the meanwhile start steam inhalation, cut salt and sugar intake. Say No to junk foods.
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Dr. Sunil Kumar
Pulmonologist
13 yrs exp
Udaipur
It seems to be bronchial asthma from.your symptoms
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consult pulmonologist may be teleconsultation
get pulmonary function done
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for meantime you can take asthalin inhaler on requirement basis
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