• Female
• 38 Years
• 29/01/2025

I'm experiencing episodes where I have trouble breathing and feel a shortness of breath. Could this mean I have allergic asthma?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Shubham Chauhan

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 4+ Yrs

Consult Now

See a specialist for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment.

Answered 04/07/2025

0

0

More Allergist and Clinical Immunologist Health Queries

View all

I'm dealing with some really irritating throat stuff like a bad dry cough that just won't stop. It's so bad I can't even talk properly. I don't have a cold, just this annoying cough. I know I'm allergic to apples and citrus fruits, but I haven't had those in a long time. I'm starting to think maybe it's the smoke from the mosquito coils I've been using. Could they be causing this cough? I haven't tried any medicine yet, and I'm not sure what to do next. Any advice?

Exposure to mosquito coil smoke could be exacerbating your existing allergy symptoms. I recommend taking an antihistamine such as Cetirizine to help with the allergic reaction. Additionally, you can use a throat lozenge or syrup containing Diphenhydramine (brand name Benadryl) for soothing the throat. Make sure to stay hydrated and avoid further exposure to mosquito coil smoke. If your symptoms persist or worsen, please consult a healthcare professional for further evaluation.

read more

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

I've had allergic reactions to antibiotic injections and tablets since 2007 when I took claribid for a lung allergy. Even after allergy tests showed only some antibiotics as problematic, others that should be safe still give me skin rashes. Now I need surgery but I'm worried about the required antibiotics - what options do I have?

I can understand your concern. I can surely help you with some medicine but for that I need to know a few more details.

read more

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

I've been taking amoxicillin and I've noticed I've got a rash now. I found online that penicillin-based antibiotics can have side effects like this. Should I stop taking the amoxicillin, or is it okay if I keep going but maybe take something like cetrizine to handle the allergy? I'm just really unsure about what's best to do here.

It is important to stop taking amoxicillin if you have developed a rash as it may indicate an allergic reaction. You should consult with your doctor to confirm the allergy and for further evaluation. In the meantime, you can take an antihistamine like Cetirizine to help with the rash and itching.

read more

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Health Articles for you

View all

Allergies

Guide to Allergic Reactions To Insect Bites

Learn how to identify allergic reactions from common insect bites and stings, including when urgent treatment is needed. Understand symptoms ranging from mild itching to life-threatening anaphylaxis. Explore safe treatments, medical options, and effective prevention strategies.

Allergies

Dust Allergy: Can It Be Cured?

Know what dust allergy is, common symptoms, causes, how it affects your health, and what the cure for it and more.

Allergies

Avoiding Neomycin: Key Considerations

Know about neomycin, why it should be avoided, who should be cautious, alternatives to neomycin, how to manage without neomycin and more.

Allergies

Respiratory Allergies Explain

Learn what respiratory allergies are, symptoms, triggers, testing, treatments, and prevention tips. Clear, trusted advice from medical sources.

Allergies

Understanding Indoor Allergens and Their Effects

know about indoor allergens, their effects, common indoor allergens and their sources, symptoms, ways to reduce indoor allergens and more.

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.