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I occasionally ve mild asthma symptoms, but if i ve no breathlessness should i still use the inhalors, ? i ve bronciectasis too. thanks

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Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

You should: Individuals with asthma unconsciously adjust their activity level to avoid symptoms. That does not mean asthma is controlled. If your doctor prescribed a medication to take daily you should, it treats the underlying inflammation and halts the progression of the disease.

Answered 3/13/2013

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A member asked:

I occasionally ve mild asthma symptoms, but if i ve no breathlessness should i still use the inhalors, ? i ve bronciectasis too. thanks

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

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