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Heavy breathing while taking steps.
My father experiencing heavy breathing (in telugu we call it sali/Ayasam) while taking steps or lifting small amount of weights or driving bike for longer time. He doesn't have any asthma or any breathing related issues. What would be the cause and which specialist to consult.
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Kindly discuss for your concern.
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Detailed history and evaluation is advisable
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Consultation is advisable
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Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Is he a smoker? Any other symptoms along with aayasam
What is his weight?
Need more information to tell what the issue is and what tests to be done
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Dr. Priyanka Reddy
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5 yrs exp
Nellore
Consult nearby general physician for physical examination
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Dr. Viji Balakrishnan
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15 yrs exp
Mumbai
Since he is aged better get ecg done and consult a cardiologist if required for further advice.
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Dr. Rohit Jain
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8 yrs exp
Ludhiana
It may be related to cardiac issue..you should visit cardiologist and get an ECG done.
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Dr. Ankit Jaiswal
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9 yrs exp
Nagpur
Do ecg and chest xray pa view
Check spo2 levels
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Consult with these reports
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