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Sometimes, i have trouble breathing, shortness of breath, chest pressure/tightness, a cough that wont go away, and wheezing; could it be asthma?
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Could be: You describe symptoms that are consistent with asthma. Need a doctor evaluation.
Answered 6/28/2015
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Definitely: And you need to see your doctor right now instead of relying on Robitussin (guaifenesin) which does little if anything for your problem.
Answered 2/18/2015
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