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Hi ive been having shortness of breath at times and when i have it it feels like mucus or something is blocking my airways where i can't draw a full breath. i have been having a lot of mucus all the time.drinking alot helps but i'm not sure how much?
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Are you short of breath at rest or with exertion only? Are you coughing up the mucus? Is it copious or discolored? Are you wheezing? Are you smoking? Copious,discolored sputum means a bronchial infection. Dry cough &wheezing suggests asthma. Shortness of breath only at rest without cough,wheezing can be anxiety. It's best to see your MD for evaluation ,though.
Answered 10/24/2021
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Many patients with COVID-19 complain of similar symptoms, please obtain a screening test. A virtual consult with Healthtap is available so that further recommendations may be offered. Watch for signs of worsening and prolonged cough.
Answered 10/24/2021
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