Hi, I have asthma and use an albuterol inhaler. I just started taking probiotic fiber about two weeks ago because I often have digestive trouble. For about a week, I have feeling tightness my chest and today, for the first time, I see a slight swelling in my neck. I m not having difficulty breathing, but I can tell there is something wrong. Can I be having an allergic reaction to the probiotic? If so, what should I do besides stop taking the probiotic and trying to get in to see my doctor? Thanks, Kay
HI, thanks for using Chat Doctor If you are noticing these symptoms only since your started the probiotic then it is possible that it is causing your symptoms. In addition to discontinuing the probiotic, you can also consider the use of an oral anti histamine which would dampen any allergic response. These would be available over the counter. Examples are carnitine, zyrtec, Allegra, Ben Chat Doctor.