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Often i feel like i can't breath well.i can take a deep breathe.i can't tell if it's anxiety or my recently diagnosed asthma.how to tell difference?

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Could be either: The best way is to get a peak flow meter. Measure every morning and evening to get a baseline and compare to when you are feeling breathless. Using your rescue inhaler should provide rapid relief and is another albeit less reliable way.

Answered 12/9/2015

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