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What Causes Wheezing While Sleeping?

I m experiencing wheezing in my chest at night while sleeping, most when on my back , but still slightly when on my side. I am in relatively good health. I work outside and use dust-mask when required No drinking ,but a lite smoker. This began only a couple of months ago. Thoughts ?
Mon, 17 Jul 2017
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You may be developing asthma or COPD. You should definitely stop smoking and see a doctor. You need to have pulmonary function testing to determine the cause. You may also need a chest x-ray.
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What Causes Wheezing While Sleeping?

Hello, You may be developing asthma or COPD. You should definitely stop smoking and see a doctor. You need to have pulmonary function testing to determine the cause. You may also need a chest x-ray. Regards