- Female
- 66 Years
- 22/01/2025
I've been dealing with shortness of breath for the past year, and it's getting worse lately. It's gotten to the point where I'm out of breath just walking around my house. What could be causing this, and is it something I should be worried about?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Salbutamol inhaler and budesonide 200 sos is advised for breathing difficulty.
Dr. Mubarak Suggests...
Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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