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What Causes Frequent Yawning And The Need To Take Deep Breaths?
Question: Good Day Doctor,
My name is XXXXXXX I am 41 year old female with Turners Syndrome living in the Caribbean Island of Trinidad. A few years ago (2011- 2012), I got the flu, but noticed my breathing did not return to normal. Went to the doctor who told me that I was developing asthma, he prescribed an inhaler and allergy medication. I used the inhaler only for one month, but not certain it worked. My breathing improved, but went to another doctor for some joint pains, mentioned to him about the breathing and after his examination he told me I was not asthmatic. I went about for a long time feeling almost completely better, being active and not fatigued. Now over the last couple weeks I have noticed that I need to take a lot more deeper breaths and yawning a lot. Please help me figure out why this is and what can I do about it . Thanks much!
My name is XXXXXXX I am 41 year old female with Turners Syndrome living in the Caribbean Island of Trinidad. A few years ago (2011- 2012), I got the flu, but noticed my breathing did not return to normal. Went to the doctor who told me that I was developing asthma, he prescribed an inhaler and allergy medication. I used the inhaler only for one month, but not certain it worked. My breathing improved, but went to another doctor for some joint pains, mentioned to him about the breathing and after his examination he told me I was not asthmatic. I went about for a long time feeling almost completely better, being active and not fatigued. Now over the last couple weeks I have noticed that I need to take a lot more deeper breaths and yawning a lot. Please help me figure out why this is and what can I do about it . Thanks much!
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
I appreciate your concern
Looking at your description this could be due to heart or lung disease (may be Asthma)
I would like further information to help you better like
Do you feel chest pain or palpitations during deep breaths
History of exposure to any kind of allergens
For How long have you been using the inhaler
What kind of inhaler
Have you gone for any blood investigations or an X ray chest, if yes than upload all the reports
Meanwhile try to avoid dust or exposure to allergens
You can do deep breathing exercises or steam inhalations
Please revert back to me with answers I will definitely help you in best possible way
wish you good health
Please upload more information
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
I appreciate your concern
Looking at your description this could be due to heart or lung disease (may be Asthma)
I would like further information to help you better like
Do you feel chest pain or palpitations during deep breaths
History of exposure to any kind of allergens
For How long have you been using the inhaler
What kind of inhaler
Have you gone for any blood investigations or an X ray chest, if yes than upload all the reports
Meanwhile try to avoid dust or exposure to allergens
You can do deep breathing exercises or steam inhalations
Please revert back to me with answers I will definitely help you in best possible way
wish you good health
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Hello Dr. Huuda,
I only used the inhaler for only 1 month. Have not had any blood test or Xrays done yet. There may be slight palpitations or more so a heaviness in the chest. There is a lot of Sahara Dust in the atmosphere presently.
The strange thing is I am not breathless or fatigued by physical activities. The Deep breathing exercises help a little bit.
Thanking you for your time, and looking forward to hearing from you.
XXXXXXX
I only used the inhaler for only 1 month. Have not had any blood test or Xrays done yet. There may be slight palpitations or more so a heaviness in the chest. There is a lot of Sahara Dust in the atmosphere presently.
The strange thing is I am not breathless or fatigued by physical activities. The Deep breathing exercises help a little bit.
Thanking you for your time, and looking forward to hearing from you.
XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
This could be Asthma or COPD
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for your reply
Since you are not having breathlessness due to physical activity so This could be COPD or Asthma
Palpitations and heaviness may occur during an episode of asthma or ' air hunger'
To be on safe side, its advisable to rule out heart disease first So please consult your doctor for physical examination and a battery of tests like blood for hemoglobin, CBC, AEC ( absolute eosinophil count), ESR and an EKG or chest X ray and Pulmonary function test about which your doctor knows.
Try to identify and avoid the trigger like allergens for such an asthmatic attack
You can use mask during an dusty environment and try to stay indoor
Hope this answers your question
Best wishes
This could be Asthma or COPD
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for your reply
Since you are not having breathlessness due to physical activity so This could be COPD or Asthma
Palpitations and heaviness may occur during an episode of asthma or ' air hunger'
To be on safe side, its advisable to rule out heart disease first So please consult your doctor for physical examination and a battery of tests like blood for hemoglobin, CBC, AEC ( absolute eosinophil count), ESR and an EKG or chest X ray and Pulmonary function test about which your doctor knows.
Try to identify and avoid the trigger like allergens for such an asthmatic attack
You can use mask during an dusty environment and try to stay indoor
Hope this answers your question
Best wishes
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Shanthi.E
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