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I have asthma i have had shortness of breath peak flow is normal but feel wheezy went to gp they said to give it a while but i feel no better
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Mgt: If you are using your Albuterol inhaler frequently, you may need an inhaled steroid or a higher dose of your inhaled steroid. I would also recommend avoiding all triggers such as smoke and reviewing your asthma plan with your provider.
Answered 6/27/2015
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