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A 20-year-old female asked:

20yr, female, non smoker, did a peak flow test and blew 250 could it be asthma ? dry cough for 4 weeks, chest tightness/pain, feel like i can't breath.

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Dr. Oscar Novickanswered

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Asthma: Certainly sounds like you have asthma. Consult your doctor for help.

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