What could cause problem while exhaling?
Patient: Hello. My wife is suddenly having difficulty exhaling. She has never smoked, nor does she have asthma. She hasn't been ill or had any type of cold. She says it feels like she "can't get her air out, like it's stuck." She's not complaining of any chest pain. Quite literally her only problem is in exhaling. What's going on??Thanks. Doctor: Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. breathlessness on exhalation can be seen in anxiety attack or in asthma.So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). PFT is needed for the diagnosis of asthma. It will also tell you about severity of the disease and treatment of is based on severity only. A detailed examination is definitely required.Don't worry, she will be alright. Hope I have solved your query.