What causes acute breathing difficulties?
Patient: hi doctor! I'm 23 years old.. i was suffering from breathing difficulty for 4-5 years. i went to ENT specialist. he suggest me the nose bone straightening surgery.. i have undergone the surgery on 7th jan 2011. but still my breathing difficulty continuing.. breathing through mouth.. i went to same doctor again and told the problem but he gave me some medicines to follow... but no use of that also...im very depressed...what should i do further? pls help me out to overcome this difficulty... pls Doctor: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.Acute breathing difficulties can be due to acute bronchitis or asthma.So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system, chest x ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).You may need inhaled bronchodilators (formoterol or salmeterol) and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) (budesonide or fluticasone).Do warm water gargles and steam inhalation 4-5 times a day.Don't worry, you will be alright.Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.