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Im 51 years old and suffering from shortness of breath for all my life i'm not asthmatic?
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People describe shortness of breath (SOB) differently and it should be evaluated in person It's concerning when you walk a short distance or do short-term exercise and you feel SOB you need to see a doctor. Some people report SOB as be a pain in breathing, unable to take a full breath, wheezing, or stuffy nose, from anxiety,. See a doctor who can examine you.
Answered 4/30/2021
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