I'm having some trouble with my breathing latelyit feels like deep breaths are kinda stressing me out. And it gets worse when I'm in an air-conditioned space; it feels like I'm suffocating after just a few minutes. Do you have any idea what might be going on or any suggestions for what I should do?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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That could be due to allergy,try to identify the allergen and avoid it, visit Physician for evaluation and appropriate management

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Answered 04/07/2025

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