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Will Bengay Fumes Cause Asthma-related Shortness Of Breath And Wheezing?
Can exposure to bengay fumes used by people I live with possibly be triggering episodes of asthma-related shortness of breath and wheezing? I am 60 and my asthma was under control for many years until very recently. I saw the doctor last week and was prescribed advair, plus advised to use my albuterol inhaler more often if I needed to.
Mon, 17 Aug 2015
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It is possible that the fumes may contribute. There are a lot of possible triggers for asthma.
If there has been no changes in your diet or environment other wise or no post nasal drip or reflux then it is possible that it is the bengay fumes.
I hope this helps
It is possible that the fumes may contribute. There are a lot of possible triggers for asthma.
If there has been no changes in your diet or environment other wise or no post nasal drip or reflux then it is possible that it is the bengay fumes.
I hope this helps
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