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- 35 Years
- 20/02/2025
I'm having some trouble with my breathing that's been going on for about a year now. Around this time last year, I started noticing a bit of a problem with my breath, like my nose isn't always open properly. Sometimes I have to breathe through my mouth, and it feels like there's some sort of blockage in my nose. It got better after a few weeks, but now I'm experiencing the same issues again. It gets harder to breathe whenever I try to sleep, and I've even started feeling some chest pain. What could be causing this?
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xylometazoline drops
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Consult a Ent Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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Possible Causes: a. Nasal congestion or obstruction (e.g., deviated septum, polyps). b. Allergies or sinusitis. c. Sleep apnea or other sleep-related breathing disorders.
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Immediate Actions: a. Use a saline nasal spray or decongestant. b. Elevate your head while sleeping to ease breathing. c. Avoid allergens and irritants.
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When to Seek Medical Attention: a. Persistent or worsening symptoms. b. Chest pain or difficulty breathing. c. Consider seeing an ENT specialist for evaluation.
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Long-term Considerations: a. Possible need for imaging (e.g., X-ray, CT scan). b. Allergy testing or sleep study if symptoms persist.
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Consult a Ent Specialist or Take a FRAGILE X SYNDROME (FMRI GENE) Test
Answered 10/09/2025
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