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Suggest Treatment For Shortness Of Breath While Suffering From Anxiety
I have a cough with little production due to the flu. I have freaked myself out about my breathing and making sure it doesn t settle into pneumonia or bronchitis. The Dr prescribed an inhaler which makes me shake and freaks me out. The more I focus on my breathing, the more anxious I become. I have ativan for extreme anxiety. Is it okay to take it (0.5mg) if I feel short of breath?
Fri, 13 Feb 2015
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IF the shortness of breath is related to asthma or a respiratory tract infection then use of the ativan would not help and may actually have a negative effect on you.
If the shortness of breath is related to anxiety then the use of the ativan may help.
You may also want to try relaxation exercises to see if they would help.
I hope this helps
IF the shortness of breath is related to asthma or a respiratory tract infection then use of the ativan would not help and may actually have a negative effect on you.
If the shortness of breath is related to anxiety then the use of the ativan may help.
You may also want to try relaxation exercises to see if they would help.
I hope this helps
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