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Peak flow is around 70% of best for 2 days. a little short of breath, but not bad. ventolin is not helping. have appointment in 3 months, can i wait?

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Dr. Emil Mondoa answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Asthma Control: Sometimes to get adequate control over asthma, an inhaled steroid in addition to Ventolin and Singulair (montelukast) are required.

Answered 6/18/2014

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