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Could Asthma Attacks Be Due To Getting Influenza Virus?

I got infuenza virus almost 8 weeks ago. 7 days after getting the virus I started having asthma attacks daily and still do. At the beginning I needed 50 mg predinisone to regulate my breathing. Also on 3 different inhalers. I am a non-smoker with no other illnesses and never experienced asthma or any difficulty breathing before. I had 2 x-rays and 1 ct scan that was good. Therefore my doctor said I have allergies ? I have never been testing for allergies and personally think this influenza caused this . Your thoughts or recommendations would be appreciated
Tue, 18 Mar 2014
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Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum.
As you describe, you had chest infection. If it viral infection, or an allergy it will have a bacterial infection and lead to pneumonia, if not treated promptly may lead to recurrent breathlessness.
The infection of the tuberculosis also should be excluded.
I advise you to consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment.
I usually prescribe to my patient with such symptoms cifixime,D.E.C,theophylline,citrizine etc.
Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.
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Could Asthma Attacks Be Due To Getting Influenza Virus?

Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum. As you describe, you had chest infection. If it viral infection, or an allergy it will have a bacterial infection and lead to pneumonia, if not treated promptly may lead to recurrent breathlessness. The infection of the tuberculosis also should be excluded. I advise you to consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment. I usually prescribe to my patient with such symptoms cifixime,D.E.C,theophylline,citrizine etc. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.