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If i feel short of breath and ventolin doesn't work immediately, does that mean it's anxiety?

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Or it means that: the Ventolin is not working for you. Discuss this with your health care provider for reassurance and assessment.

Answered 2/4/2017

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A member asked:

If i feel short of breath and ventolin doesn't work immediately, does that mean it's anxiety?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

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