Dennber
I've had asthma since I was six. I am now 34. Last year in September I got mild COVID with only a cold and loss of smell and taste as symptoms. I was quarantined for 14 days. Everything was just okay, until I moved out of quarantine. Just walking around made me in need of a deep breath but I was not able to. I have medication but it's not working. Can somebody help me? Somebody, who has the same problem as mine?
Leon Lebowitz, RRT Moderator & Contributor
Hi Dennber, and thanks for your post. You may be aware we cannot provide medical advice or diagnostics over the internet (for your own safety), but your concern certainly warrants a response.
For you to have a better understanding of what exactly is happening now, (shortness of breath, ineffective medication), you will want to bring your concerns to the attention of your private physician.
For some folks, the after effects of COVID can manifest with a variety of different types of symptoms, some short term, some longer term, and others which may be unique to each individual. Since you have a long history of asthma, I think your physician will be the best medical professional to guide you through this.
What do you think?
Leon (site moderator asthma.net)
Dennber Member
Thanks for the response. I already talk about this with my pulmonologist, got x-ray, chest ct scan, even 2d echo but the results were normal. said i just need to continue my asthma inhaler but shortness of breath wont go away. Some day my cheat is too tight a feel like im having a heart attack but here i am still alive 😅
Leon Lebowitz, RRT Moderator & Contributor
If you can remain patient, and wait for the inhaler to take more effect, you should get past this. However, i
Leon Lebowitz, RRT Moderator & Contributor
What I wanted to say was:
If you can remain patient, and wait for the inhaler to take more effect, you should get past this. However, if the chest tightness continues and even worsens, you should reach out for your doctor at that point. The doctor could then evaluate if there is a cardiac component to your present medical situation.
How are you feeling now?
Leon (site moderator asthma.net)
Rebecca C Moderator
So sorry to hear you are having this problem
Dennber Member
Prednisone 16 mg was given to me a few months ago, my problem was gone for a month and i stop using inhaler for a month. My bad. I should have continue the inhaler. Now every second of my day, i have this feeling
Seaspirit Member
I noticed over the last few days my asthma is starting to get under control again. The weather here has returned to normal - rain! It's still warm and humid bit that is the norm for UK.
I'm pretty certain that taking Montelukast is really helping.
My inhaler usage is right down again, maybe 3 times a day if that.
When are you coming to UK?
Rebecca C Moderator