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I've had a tight chest for quite a while from 11am onwards. i can only get 250 on my peak flow metre. my inhaler isn't in the cupboard. any thoughts?

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Dr. Tony Willson answered

Get seen: This isn't something you should wait around on. Get to the doctor ASAP and get a treatment.

Dr Fete agreed

Answered 10/13/2015

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A member asked:

I've had a tight chest for quite a while from 11am onwards. i can only get 250 on my peak flow metre. my inhaler isn't in the cupboard. any thoughts?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tony Willson answered

Dr Fete agreed

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