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I have asthma but i am still having hard time breathing?

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Asthma cpntrol: Your maintenance medication dose strength may be too low. Go see your doctor and get tested.

Answered 6/23/2014

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Asthma: I'm not sure why you write "but" I still having a hard time breathing. That's what asthma does! If your asthma is not well controlled on your current medication, discuss a change with your prescriber as there are many formulations of varying potency.

Answered 6/23/2014

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

See doctor...: If you are short of breath despite taking your prescribed asthma meds, you need to see a doctor ASAP. If your shortness of breath is severe, then go to the ER to be evaluated. Shortness of breath is a serious symptom that can be life-threatening so don't hesitate to get yourself checked out.

Answered 7/21/2014

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