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A member asked:

Is it possible to be able to perform daily duties and go to sleep ( and stay asleep) without problems during an asthma attack?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

That depends on the : Severity of symptoms. If you are having difficulty breathing and wheezing please get help.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 10/15/2013

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