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Shortness of breath after having cold?
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If still sob after: Had a cold but not sick any longer then a workup for reactive air way should be done.See your dr for a full history and physical . Labs cxr and pfts would be reasonable start. May also need allergy testing if indicated.
Answered 3/6/2020
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Short of breath: After a cold can have some residual bronchitis but generally wouldn't be noticeable. If really short of breath would recommend seeing your doctor for evaluation to be sure something additonal isn't going on.
Answered 2/19/2019
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Post viral : Post viral inflammation may lead to symptoms that are similar to asthma. Please see your physician to rule out other causes.
Answered 3/3/2020
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Needs to be checked: Any time you have shortness of breath with a cold it needs to be checked as it may be complication of viral uri, like bronchitis or pneumonia and if you are asthmatic it may be an acute exacerbation of bronchial asthma.
Answered 2/19/2015
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