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Is Chest Tightness A Symptom Of Asthma In Children
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Is tightness of the lungs and a persistant cough an asthma symptom?
Yes: Chest tightness, shortness of breath, dry cough are considered classic symptoms of asthma. Please talk to your doctor regarding your symptoms. ...Read more
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Chest Tightness (Definition)
Chest tightness is the feeling of a "squeezing" or a pressure in the chest. Sometimes there is an associated breathing difficulty. There are numerous potential causes. Heart attack, angina, pericarditis, chest wall pain, heart rhythm condition, esophagus spasm, lung condition are ...Read more
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Is shortness of breath common in a person with strep throat?
Not really: If you are having a hard time breathing recommend that you be evaluated expeditiously at the emergency room. Sxs of strep throat can include: large, red painful tonsils with white exudates; small red dots on the roof of the mouth; swollen lymph nodes on the neck; fever, headache, rash, difficulty swallowing, fatigue & rash. ...Read more
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Hello is is true that anxiety and asthma are the top reasons for shortness of breath in a 20 year old ?
Anxiety and asthma: Yes, it's true. Keep seeing your doctor for the asthma and get a referral to a Psychologist to help with your anxiety. ...Read more
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Could an itchy neck be a symptom of asthma in children?
Not likely: It could mean an allergy to something and allergies and asthma are often associated with each other, but directly related to asthma- unlikely. ...Read more
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Is shortness of breath a comman symptom of gerd?
Hearburn: More common than shortness of breath *but* yes! gerd can trigger asthma-like trouble. Many other things can also make it hard for you to breathe so please talk with your doc. Hope you're feeling better soon. ...Read more
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Is chest pain a symptom of JRA?
Can be associated : Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis can involve covering of lungs and heart called pleura and pericardium which can get inflamed and cause chest pain . http://patient.info/doctor/juvenile-idiopathic-arthritis-pro ...Read more
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A presented to the a&d department with severe chest pain, clutching his chest, shortness of breath and palpitation. 1)what is the likely diagnosis?
Could be: A pulmonary embolism, heart attack, collapsed lung, cardiomyopathy, and many others. Don't worry, they will figure it out! we try very hard to find out the problem and fix it as soon as we can. Good luck. ...Read more
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Is there a difference between stress-related chest/ arm discomfort and exercise-related chest heaviness and a choking sensation in the throat?
Hard to tell: Stress can mimic cardiac symptoms. If your experiencing them related to exertion i would be more concerned about heart related issues. Either way chest pain needs to be taken seriously. Please get it checked asap. ...Read more
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Is a smothering feeling in chest sign of a heart condition?
Chest symptom: Smothering is a nonspecific symptom could be lots of things. ...Read more
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Is having a lot of cold in your chest a sign of bronchitis?
Cold in chest: Possibly. See your doctor so he can auscultate your lungs to see if you have bronchitis. You may have to have an xray. ...Read more
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Mr. Farmer is 68, has a history of copd, and is complaining of increased shortness of breath and nasal congestion. What is it?
Go to ER..,: There are many possible causes of these symptoms. But, increasing shortness of breath is potentially life-threatening and should always be evaluated by a doctor asap! this person could have acute bronchitis, bronchospasm from any etiology, pulmonary embolus, sinus infection, etc. Any of these could worsen his respiratory status and can result in acute respiratory failure in a COPD patient. ...Read more
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Is laryngospasm a symptom of asthma?
No: Vocal cord dysfunction with closing of the vocal cords inappropriately can cause wheezing in the throat can mimic asthma. Vocal cord dysfunction is frequently associated with acid reflux disease. Rhinoscopy can be helpful in making the diagnosis. Speech therapy can be very helpful in treating this condition. ...Read more
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What is cause of chest pain in child?
Many: Chest pain most commonly is musculoskeletal in children (it comes from the muscles and bones of the chest). It can also be caused by gastroesophageal reflux (heartburn), pleurisy (pain from the lining of the lungs, usually from infection), or, less commonly, from the heart of large blood vessels. If the pain involves fever, weakness, or difficulty breathing, medical help should be obtained. ...Read more
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Difficulty or jam chest is also the symptoms of hiv? Is this true?
???: What does "difficulty or jam chest" mean? ...Read more
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Is laryngospasm a symptom of asthma or of anaphylaxis?
Neither: Thiis is a reflex that occurs occasionally after surgery due to irritation of the larynx. It causes "roaring disease"in horses when they eat a plant that contains an enzyme that destroys vitamin b1. It is beause of an irritability of the recurrent laryngeal nerve that innervates the cords. Get rid of all sugar "junk" and try taking b1. See a nutritionist for details and look it up in wikipedia. ...Read more
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Breathing trouble an tightness in chest. an headache, . sister is dying in hosp. is this just anxiety ?
Could be but: You'd first want to make sure this isn't something life-threatening(though severe anxiety can be quite debilitating too). You'd be best served by being seeking an evaluation by a doctor and soon. ...Read more
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Help please! is an unusual chest pain in the right side a symptom of a heart stroke?
See your doctor: You will need a more thorough history to be taken, an examination and some tests to figure out why you are feeling that way. It could be anything from dehydration, to heartburn to flu to something more serious... ...Read more
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Is having pain in the lung typical of copd?
No: The lungs have no pain fibers and so don't send pain signals to the brain. The pleural surfaces lining the chest wall are exquisitely pain sensitive and cause the sharp pain we call pleurisy, but this is not typical of copd. Cough is the typical symptom of nerve irritation in the lungs. ...Read more
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Is nausea from chest congestion a symptom of the flu?
Influenza: According to mayo clinic flu sxs may include “fever over 100f (38c), aching muscles, especially in your back, arms and legs, chills ; sweats, headache, dry cough, fatigue and weakness, nasal congestion.” children may experience nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain when they have influenza. ...Read more
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Sudden adult flare of asthma. Peak flow within 20% of best but itchy chin, shortness of breath and tightness of chest. Dr says lungs sound okay?
Asthma : I would take a course of oral steroids for 5 days, use inhaled bronchodilator and inhaled steroids as before ...Read more
See 1 more doctor answerTightness (Definition)
Tightness can mean different states at distinctive times. The most common is the complaint of tightness of chest, a feeling of discomfort, real or perceived, seen often in patients with asthma or panic disorder, or heart attack. Your physician ...Read more
Asthma (Child) (Definition)
A disorder in which the lung's airways swell, narrow, and produce extra mucus, resulting in wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. ...Read more