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I am a low level asthmatic, fit and rarely require my inhaler. during the covid pandemic should i also use a preventer inhaler?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

That depends: If you are completely asymptomatic and your asthma remains well controlled without regular inhaler use then it may not be necessary. However, should you become infected and have airway symptoms, I would keep it on hand.

Dr Dosanjh agreed

Answered 6/20/2020

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A member asked:

I am a low level asthmatic, fit and rarely require my inhaler. during the covid pandemic should i also use a preventer inhaler?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Dosanjh agreed

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