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What Causes Severe Cough And Dizziness Along With Breathing Problems?
Question: I have had a bad cough since Saturday. Cough until I am dizzy and feel faint but not bringing up anything. Very labored breathing to the point of panic attacks because I feel I can not breathe. Can't walk or lie down due to breathing problems.
Brief Answer:
Get done chest x ray and PFT.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM.
I can understand your situation and problem.
In my opinion you should consult pulmonologist and get done
1. Clinical examination of respiratory system.
2. Chest x ray.
3. PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).
Chest infection and bronchitis should be ruled out first for your symptoms.
So chest x ray is needed to rule out chest infection.
PFT is needed to rule out bronchitis.
If both are normal then no need to worry much.
Panic attacks can be the cause for your symptoms.
Better to consult psychiatrist and get done counseling sessions, try to identify stressor in your life and start working on its solution.
You may need anxiolytic drugs too.
So avoid stress and tension. Be relax and calm.
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.
Get done chest x ray and PFT.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM.
I can understand your situation and problem.
In my opinion you should consult pulmonologist and get done
1. Clinical examination of respiratory system.
2. Chest x ray.
3. PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).
Chest infection and bronchitis should be ruled out first for your symptoms.
So chest x ray is needed to rule out chest infection.
PFT is needed to rule out bronchitis.
If both are normal then no need to worry much.
Panic attacks can be the cause for your symptoms.
Better to consult psychiatrist and get done counseling sessions, try to identify stressor in your life and start working on its solution.
You may need anxiolytic drugs too.
So avoid stress and tension. Be relax and calm.
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.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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