Question 1

can allergies cause shortness of breath that comes and goes? how does one know that the sob is because of allergies?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but: It's a diagnosis of exclusion - there's no precise single test. You need to be evaluated for all the usual causes of shortness of breath before a doctor can say it's due to allergies.

Question 2

could an allergy to aspartame cause shortness of breath or a feeling that i cannot take a deep breath? very annoying feeling

Accepted Answer

ALLERGIC RX: Yes aspartame can cause an allergic reaction /cough/sob. To confirm diagnosis see an allergist for testing

Question 3

can allergies cause long term shortness of breath. i worked in sawmill and found out im really allergic to maple?

Accepted Answer

Shortness of Breath: Allergies that cause shortness of breathasthma can manifest itself as wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing, or all of the above. A large percentage of the time, regular pollen/dust mite/mold and other allergens.

Question 4

what can cause feelings of shortness of breath but when oxygen is checked it's consistenly 98-100? what can i do about it? i have no allergies.

Accepted Answer

Many but: Anxiety is likely your problem. However it is best that you get checked out by your doctor to rule out asthma and cardiac disease.  He should be able to offer you advice as well if the problem is indeed from anxiety.

Question 5

31, f, obese. i have gerd. sometimes i wake up with sore throat, post-nasal drip, and a stuffy nose. i thought it was a cold or allergies, but seems to go away when af symptoms go away. sometimes i get shortness of breath. can ar cause these symptoms?

Accepted Answer

: Symptoms you’re describing are classic for severe GERD. If cough or shortness of breath this may indicate endobronchial aspiration, leading long term to pulmonary fibrosis. Really need to see a doctor

Question 6

what could cause recurrent chest congestion that worsens when lying down, causing shortness of breath? never smoked, no allergies/asthma, have anemia?

Accepted Answer

Heart problem: Congestive heart failure is one of the things that can cause shortness of breath while lying down. Recommend discussing the issue with you physician. Hope this helps!

Question 7

most likely cause of shortness of breath if lung function good chest x-ray clear and no asthma or allergies?

Accepted Answer

Shortness of breath: Shortness of breath in healthy people could be sometimes related to unknown arrhythmia or just simple anxiety

Question 8

i want to include whey protein in my diet but i read it on internet it cause allergies to some people like swollen throat n shortness of breath occur?

Accepted Answer

Yes: That is true. However, you can become sensitive to any food you consume too often. Do not consume whey more than twice a week

Question 9

can otc allergy meds help with shortness of breath due to allergies?

Accepted Answer

Yes: OTC allergy meds are generally very effective.

Question 10

pregnant with shortness of breath. constant cough and allergies then the shortness of breath

Accepted Answer

Need evaluation: Symptoms of shortness of breath and frequent cough can be related to asthma or other conditions that can affect pregnant women including cardiomyopathy (heart problems).  Allergies and asthma frequently occur together and if untreated or under treated can lead to serious consequences.    It important these symptoms are addressed by a physician specialist soon.

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Can allergies cause long term shortness of breath. i worked in sawmill and found out im really allergic to maple?

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What can cause feelings of shortness of breath but when oxygen is checked it's consistenly 98-100? what can i do about it? i have no allergies.

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31, f, obese. i have gerd. sometimes i wake up with sore throat, post-nasal drip, and a stuffy nose. i thought it was a cold or allergies, but seems to go away when af symptoms go away. sometimes i get shortness of breath. can ar cause these symptoms?

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What could cause recurrent chest congestion that worsens when lying down, causing shortness of breath? never smoked, no allergies/asthma, have anemia?

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Most likely cause of shortness of breath if lung function good chest x-ray clear and no asthma or allergies?

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I want to include whey protein in my diet but i read it on internet it cause allergies to some people like swollen throat n shortness of breath occur?

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Can otc allergy meds help with shortness of breath due to allergies?

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Pregnant with shortness of breath. constant cough and allergies then the shortness of breath

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