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My chest feels heavy and i have a gasping for air. i see a asthma specialist in 2 weeks. what can i do in the meantime? duoneb makes me anxious.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

If you are: literally gasping for air you need help now. Please be seen at the nearest emergency room now. Call 911 if needed for transport.

Dr Munshower and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 7/22/2014

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