I've been having a hard time taking a deep breath for the last 8 months. I can manage normal, short breaths, but I constantly feel the need to take a deep breath, and when I do, it just doesn't feel right. There's no fever, cough, or wheezing, but sometimes when I do cough, a tiny bit of clear, colorless mucus comes out. My X-ray came back normal, but I'm worried it might be COPD. I've never smoked, but I have been around secondhand smoke now and then. I'm still able to skip rope for about 4 minutes without stopping, and my SpO2 levels average around 98. Could you help me understand what's going on?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Chandra P

General Practitioner

MBBS
5+ Yrs

Consult Now

normal according to history, stop worrying

Dr. Chandra Suggests...

Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Find a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Answered 21 days ago

More Pulmonology/ Respiratory Medicine Health Queries

View all

Question

My dad's oxygen levels keep going up and down between 94 and 97. It seems to drop lower after he eats dinner, but its usually higher around noon. He has asthma. I'm really worried and I'm wondering what we can do to help increase his oxygen levels. Would you advise taking steam or doing yoga exercises like Anulom Vilom given that he uses a nebulizer, though he doesnt always use it regularly? Any suggestions would be great!

Question

I've been dealing with post-COVID issues and I'm really worried. Had COVID about six weeks ago, recovered at home, but after 15 days started having breathing difficulties and fatigue. The first doctor gave me the Foracart inhaler, but it caused a throat infection, so I stopped and took antibiotics instead. Then I got really bad allergy symptoms like sneezing and a runny nose, and my shortness of breath got worse. I changed doctors and they tested my IGe and PFT. The PFT came back normal, but my IGe is 3050. I was given Momeflo Montek BL for a month. Should I be concerned about this? And how long might it take for me to start feeling better?

Question

I'm really worried about pulmonary embolism because I read that 80% of cases are only diagnosed during an autopsy. It's kind of freaking me out to think about how often this might go undetected. What are the scenarios where dead space ventilation is observed, and are there any conditions where it's not usually present? I'm trying to understand more about how this works and what signs I should look out for.

Health Articles for you

View all

Tuberclosis

Tuberculosis: Overview and Virus Details

Get a comprehensive overview of tuberculosis, including its causes, symptoms, and transmission. Learn important details about the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria and how it affects the body.

Breast Cancer

Lung Cancer Testing and Diagnosis Guide

Know about lung cancer, what are common symptoms are, who is at risk and how the diagnosis is made. Learn about prevention and how to detect it early.

respiratory-conditions

Hookah Smoking Risks

Hookah smoking poses serious health risks, including lung damage, heart disease, and cancer. The toxic chemicals and carbon monoxide in hookah smoke increase the risk of respiratory infections and nicotine addiction, making it as harmful as cigarette smoking.

Seasonal affective disorder

Healthy Monsoon For Moms: Know All About It

Discussion of the importance of health during monsoon season, common health concerns of mothers, easy tips for boosting immunity, healthy eating and adequate water intake, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, hygiene and adaptation to season-friendly clothes. Adaptation to techniques of stress management and sound mental health.

Seasonal affective disorder

Basal Body Temperature Tracking: A Guide to Fertility and Health

Discover how tracking your Basal Body Temperature (BBT) can help you pinpoint ovulation, identify your fertile window, and boost your chances of conception. Learn the science and tools for effective BBT tracking.

Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.