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What Causes Tightness In Chest And Ribcage And Ineffective Breathing?

Hi I have had breathing troubles on and off for the last few years but lately it has been much worse, almost every day. I have been diagnosed with a dustmite allergy and antihistamines are helping my sinuses but not my breathing. I feel a tightness in my chest and ribcage, like I can't get a full or effective breathe in. No troubles in my throat. Have tried flixotide etc in past but not helpful, and have tested negative for asthma. Is it possible that there is actually something wrong with my lungs?
Fri, 27 Oct 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
In my opinion, you should again go for asthma test.
You are known case of dust mite allergy.
Chest tightness, breathing difficulty etc are suggestive of allergic asthma more.
So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).
You are may need inhaled bronchodilators (formoterol or salmeterol) and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) (budesonide or fluticasone).
Avoid dust exposure.
Take montelukast along with fexofenadine.
Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Causes Tightness In Chest And Ribcage And Ineffective Breathing?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you should again go for asthma test. You are known case of dust mite allergy. Chest tightness, breathing difficulty etc are suggestive of allergic asthma more. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). You are may need inhaled bronchodilators (formoterol or salmeterol) and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) (budesonide or fluticasone). Avoid dust exposure. Take montelukast along with fexofenadine. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.