I've been having some trouble with my breathing lately. It's like I can't breathe properly, even when I'm just sitting or going about my day-to-day stuff. Sometimes I feel this tightness in my chest, and I'm not sure what's causing it. Can you help me understand what might be going on? I'm a bit worried.

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

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6+ Yrs

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Budesonide inhaler sos for breathing dificulty is advised to the patient.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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