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What Causes Severe Fatigue And Shortness Of Breath?

I ve been having extreme tiredness and shortness of breath going on a year now. I ve had labs, PFT s and most recently a Lexiscan all I m told are normal. I am overweight but that hasn t changed in years. Something I ve done in the past? My dx: are osteoarthritis, asthma, hypothyroidism. I need knee replacements but have to postpone that due to weight (270). I have shocky like symptoms all over my body with no warning, for years. AIC and sugars are good. Been tested for MS twice years ago, both negative. Thank you for your time.
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As per your query you have severe fatigue and shortness of breath. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like ear infection , condition like meniere's disease , food poisoning , heart problem or anxiety disorder. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables to boost immunity. I would suggest you to stay calm , avoid bending forward , avoid food like nuts and sea food , drink plenty of fluid and drink green tea thrice a day . If condition doesn't get better then consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like CT scan of ear , examine with otoscope , rotatory chair test and balance test . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like gentamycin , antiemetic drug ,anti inflammatory along with vestibular therapy .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Severe Fatigue And Shortness Of Breath?

As per your query you have severe fatigue and shortness of breath. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like ear infection , condition like meniere s disease , food poisoning , heart problem or anxiety disorder. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables to boost immunity. I would suggest you to stay calm , avoid bending forward , avoid food like nuts and sea food , drink plenty of fluid and drink green tea thrice a day . If condition doesn t get better then consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like CT scan of ear , examine with otoscope , rotatory chair test and balance test . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like gentamycin , antiemetic drug ,anti inflammatory along with vestibular therapy . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari