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I think i may have mild asthma. i cough and get short of breath while exercising and from perfumes. i can breathe, but should i do anything about it?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Yes: Have this medically assessed. That way if you do have asthma you can get help for it.

Answered 5/17/2017

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A member asked:

I think i may have mild asthma. i cough and get short of breath while exercising and from perfumes. i can breathe, but should i do anything about it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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