- Female
- 24 Years
- 20/02/2025
I'm really struggling with my breathing lately. I've got this constant congestion in my chest, and it's there all day long. It's so bad that even yawning is tough. When I lie down at night, I feel like I'm choking and can't sleep. I saw a pulmonologist who thought it might be an allergy, and I've been taking the meds he gave me, but nothing's changing. Do you have any advice on what I could try next?
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do chest x ray
Dr. Kareemulla Suggests...
Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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Consultation
a. Schedule a follow-up with your pulmonologist to reassess your symptoms.
b. Consider seeking a second opinion from an allergist or ENT specialist. -
Medication Review
a. Review current medications with your doctor to ensure correct usage and dosage.
b. Discuss alternative treatments or adjustments if current meds are ineffective. -
Lifestyle Adjustments
a. Elevate your head while sleeping to ease breathing.
b. Use a humidifier to maintain air moisture. -
Further Testing
a. Request additional tests like a chest X-ray or CT scan if not already done.
b. Consider allergy testing to identify specific triggers.
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