I've been dealing with asthma for about 10 years now and I'm currently taking ICSLABA. Lately, I've noticed that my oxygen saturation levels are consistently low, around 92-94. Should I be concerned about this?

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I've been struggling with breathing issues for the past 45 days. It feels like the air isnt fully filling my chest, and I have to take deep breaths for 15 to 30 seconds for things to feel normal. I don't have a cold, cough, or fever, but today my throat is super dry and it feels like theres pressure inside. What could be going on? I'm really worried.

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