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Dry nose and shortness of breath.
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Recently I had nasal congestion and for that I took steam thrice leaving with no mucus. I also did skipping and running exercises and thereafter experiencing shortness in breath and dry nose. My nose got dried literally and dry air is coming from nose making me so pathetic. Not able to take fresh air outside. Able to smell. Please help me in this regard.
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Dr. Kamalkishore Laddha
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38 yrs exp
Akola
Stop inhalation. This could be the reason.
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No need to worry. Exercise will make you breathlessness. it's normal.
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Limit physical exercise.
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Dr. Deepika Vatsa
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11 yrs exp
Agra
Excessive steam inhalation can cause dryness.
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do not overdo your exercise.
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keep hydrated.
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Dr. Aman Gangwani
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Kanpur
Increase in physical activity ( causes increase in the sympathetic stimulation) which might lead to dryness in mouth and nose
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Keep yourself well hydrated
Sip on some energy drink like gatorate / electral / energol while working out
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Consult if any issues like allergies/ increase in allergic symptoms post exercises
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