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  • Male
  • 52 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I've been experiencing breathing problems ever since the first wave of COVID. My hemoglobin levels are normal, my oxygen level is at 98, and an X-ray indicates I have chronic bronchitis. Is there any way to cure this permanently? I've never smoked or even tried it, so I'm really confused about what's causing this. Can you help me understand what's going on and if there's a long-term solution?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

General Practitioner

  • MBBS
  • 2+ Yrs
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Salbutamol inhaler and budesonide 200 sos is advised for breathing difficulty.

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