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?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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2+ Yrs

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Salbutamol inhaler and budesonide 200 sos is advised for breathing difficulty.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've been dealing with a wheezing cough and shortness of breath for two months. I was on continuous treatment during the first month, but then I stopped. Because the cough got really bad again, I started taking wheezing medicines for the past five days, including Budamate 400 and Airz FF inhalers, along with Levot M and Nayapred just for five days. Initially, the cough and wheezing eased up on the first day of the medication. But now, after 4 to 5 days, even though I'm still taking the meds, the cough sometimes returns and lasts for a while. Can you help me figure out why this might be happening? Should I consider visiting the doctor again?

yes consult your pulmonologist

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My dad's 56, and he's been getting shortness of breath when he walks even short distances, climbs stairs, or does small tasks. Sometimes just coughing can make it hard for him to breathe. Can you suggest any medicines or foods that might help? I'm really concerned.

do spirometry and proceed

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Patient has been 50 days post-COVID now. About two weeks ago, their X-ray came back normal. Is 50 days enough for lung fibrosis to develop? Also, their sp02 today is fluctuating around 96-98 with the oximeter held for 5 minutes. What should I be concerned about?

yes it can develop

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