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If you are experiencing labored breathing or other issues it’s time to give us a call..jpg)
Do you find that your nose is too stuffed up to be able to breathe through it properly? Do you notice that you often cough or wheeze or aren’t able to get enough air in whenever you breathe? If this sounds like you, our Wayne, NJ, otolaryngologist, Dr. Frank Kardos, is here to provide some information about the possible causes and when to see medical care.
There are many reasons why you might be experiencing breathing problems. You could be fighting off a cold and find that your stuffy nose is getting in the way. You may also have a sinus infection, which can make breathing more difficult for a couple of weeks.
If you’ve been dealing with more long-term breathing challenges then you may be dealing with asthma, allergies or chronic sinusitis. If you are dealing with any of these issues you may also find that you are dealing with itchy eyes, sneezing, chest or nasal congestion, wheezing, coughing or a runny nose.
Of course, there may be a variety of other issues that could be the culprit, including:
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Pneumonia
- Tuberculosis
- Anemia
When should you see a doctor?
While an ENT won’t be able to treat all of these conditions listed, it’s important to know when to seek our care. If you find yourself having shortness of breath or your breathing symptoms are accompanied by fever, chills or wheezing then you need to give us a call. If you find that your breathing becomes more labored over time or when you lie down, you also need to call our Wayne ENT doctor right away.
How we decide to treat your condition will depend on the root cause of your breathing issues. Sometimes it’s as simple as changing some of your day-to-day habits while other patients may require medication or procedures to manage their breathing symptoms.
If you are dealing with breathing issues, it’s time you called our Wayne, NJ, ENT office to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. Don’t just ignore this issue. We can help.