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Sometimes i feel like not enough air is reaching my system. like i have to yawn tofinish the breath?

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Consult your doctor: It is difficult to advice but if you are wheezing and trouble catching breath, you need to consult your doctor.

Dr Hickerson agreed

Answered 9/11/2019

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