A 17-year-old male asked:
how come after a virul chest infection i still have shortness of breath i have even been on steriods an inhaler antbiots been 2 month no help ?
1 doctor answer
Dr. Martin Raff answered
56 years experience Infectious Disease
Respiratory insuffic: This can be caused by either damage to the airways, including the lungs or potentially could be a symptom of damage to the heart. You should be seen by a doctor and fully evaluated, Do not wait on this since it has already gone on too long. Good luck and best wishes.
Answered on Oct 23, 2017
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