HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Breathlessness Which Worsens After Drinking Alcohol?

I ve felt breathless on and off for a few months, it seems to be worse if I ve drunk alcohol (even a small amount like one or two beers). Last year I had some blood tests taken for a different reason and everything was absolutely fine apart from a very low folate level.
Tue, 11 Oct 2016
Report Abuse
Cardiologist,  's  Response
Hello!

Thank you for asking on HCM!

Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to low blood pressure or a lung disorder.

I recommend consulting with your attending physician for a physical exam and some tests:

- a cardiac ultrasound to examine your heart structure and function and exclude possible heart failure
- a chest X ray study and respiratory function tests to exclude a lung disorder
- vitamin B12 plasma levels.

A close monitoring of your blood pressure is also helpful to exclude possible hypotension.

You should discuss with your doctor on the above issues.

Hope to have been helpful!

Kind regards,

Dr. Iliri
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Folic acid


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Breathlessness Which Worsens After Drinking Alcohol?

Hello! Thank you for asking on HCM! Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to low blood pressure or a lung disorder. I recommend consulting with your attending physician for a physical exam and some tests: - a cardiac ultrasound to examine your heart structure and function and exclude possible heart failure - a chest X ray study and respiratory function tests to exclude a lung disorder - vitamin B12 plasma levels. A close monitoring of your blood pressure is also helpful to exclude possible hypotension. You should discuss with your doctor on the above issues. Hope to have been helpful! Kind regards, Dr. Iliri