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A 23-year-old female asked:
Athsma - having troubles with asthma during the nights get tight chest, coughing, heart racing and feel dizzy. is this some sort of asthma attack?
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Dr. Brian Novickanswered
Allergy and Immunology 45 years experience
Yes;see an allergist: Hi...I am not sure if you have already been diagnosed with asthma? but yes the symptoms are probably of asthma...there are many causes..allergy, cold air, pollution etc.....sounds like you need a controller medicine as well as one for quick relief...see an allergy speicalist...or at least your family Dr until you can see the specialist read more here: http://acaai.org/asthma/symptoms
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