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I have asthma and was told this when i was in high school. i am 31 now and have always carried an inhaler around with me and use it every now and again before excersise etc. i need to confirm if this makes me a high risk for covid 19?
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Mild asthma: Mild intermittent asthma that is only triggered by exercise and without the need for inhaled steroids is a mild risk factor. More severe chronic asthma, associated with chronic lung inflammation is a risk factor for complications of COVID 19. Continue to use precautions and good handwashing.
Answered 6/23/2020
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COVID 19: You are not likely to be at significant risk for worse COVID outcome if you have intermittent, exercise induced asthma. People with moderate to severe asthma (that is not well - controlled) have an increased risk of a poor outcome with COVID 19. REF: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/asthma.html
Answered 7/22/2020
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Having shortness of breath without any other symptoms.I dont have asthma.I had covid 5 months ago.Currently taking the inhaler prescribed by doctor during that time.Could it be a symptom of long covid?
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