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Suggest Remedy For Breathing Problem

Hello there I have had a recent virus 2 month ago which has led to an increase of my emphysema symptons saw a respiratory doc last week had a cat scan among other thing .....It shows I have a minor atelectasis involving the medial basal segment of the right lower lobe.I am on a/bs for 3 months and will be having respiratory functions test in 10 days...seeing the dr in 5 weeks.should I beconcerned about the ct result ,,I become extremely breathless walking up the slightest incline....prioe to this infection I was well. attended aqua aerobics 3 times a week.....Should I try to see my specialist earlier Thank you Sandra
Mon, 20 Oct 2014
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Hello,
Welcome to HCM,

I went through your history and understand your concern, I would like to make suggestions for you as follows:

I would like to specifically emphasize importance of technique of using inhaler. Please make sure that your technique is perfect, if it is not so, there are high chances that the drug may not reach your lungs and therefore seems ineffective.

For allergy, I would suggest you allergy testing which will help you identify the substances you may be allergic to and also to know the measures to avoid exposure to them.

Based on the reports of allergy testing, an Allergist-Immunologist may prescribe you allergen specific immunotherapy which works on your immune system and improves allergy symptoms over a long run.

In general, I would suggest you to avoid exposure to dusts ,smokes and air pollution as much as possible.

Regular breathing exercises and a healthy nutrition will help you in a long run by improving your lung capacity and immunity respectively.
Thank you.
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Suggest Remedy For Breathing Problem

Hello, Welcome to HCM, I went through your history and understand your concern, I would like to make suggestions for you as follows: I would like to specifically emphasize importance of technique of using inhaler. Please make sure that your technique is perfect, if it is not so, there are high chances that the drug may not reach your lungs and therefore seems ineffective. For allergy, I would suggest you allergy testing which will help you identify the substances you may be allergic to and also to know the measures to avoid exposure to them. Based on the reports of allergy testing, an Allergist-Immunologist may prescribe you allergen specific immunotherapy which works on your immune system and improves allergy symptoms over a long run. In general, I would suggest you to avoid exposure to dusts ,smokes and air pollution as much as possible. Regular breathing exercises and a healthy nutrition will help you in a long run by improving your lung capacity and immunity respectively. Thank you.