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Is it normal for someone to have trouble breathing when it is cold outside?
8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Depends: Breathing problems from cold can be cold induced bronchospasm or asthma. Get to the doctor, get tested or at lest checked out and treated.
Answered 1/16/2014
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Not necessarily...: Some people with asthma or COPD may feel short of breath when breathing cold air. This symptom should be evaluated by a physician as there may be treatments that could be helpful. Meantime, covering the nose and mouth when exposed to cold air may also help.
Answered 6/10/2014
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