Hi.. I have been in Kolkata for the last 4 years and I am 34 years old. In the last 18 months I have been having breathing difficulties especially during the winter. I have to take long breaths in between as i feel breathless when I am talking continuously or singing. What should I do?
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of seasonal (winter) bronchitis is more likely. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).PFT will not only diagnose bronchitis, but it will also tell you about severity of the disease and treatment is based on severity only. You will mostly improve with inhaled bronchodilators (formoterol or albuterol) and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) (budesonide or fluticasone). Oral combination of levocetrizine and montelukast is also beneficial during winter months. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.