Is this a sign of asthma?? - Asthma Message Board

klp1075 · 02-05-2001, 06:34 PM

I have been having tightness in my chest for a couple of months now. At times if feels like I have so much pressure. I am constantly cleaing my throat from post nasal drip, if I take a deep breath it feels much better. I have also been having a lot of post nasal drip in the back of my throat that is rather thick. I have read this could be because of allergies, asthma, or GERD. I have noticed lately when I am at work and walk up the stairs I am breathing pretty heavy when I get to my desk. I do not wheeze or anything, just shortness of breath at times. Could this be asthma? Any info would be great!! I am 25 and never experienced this until now.
-Kerry

Karend · 02-07-2001, 02:08 AM

Kerry, please visit your doctor. Each person will have different symptoms from Asthma.

For example... I'm a "cougher", other people experience wheezing and still others just feel tired.

You are definately experiencing some type of respitory distress but only a professional can really tell you what it is.

klp1075 · 02-07-2001, 08:07 AM

Thanks for your reply. What type of doctor should I go see? An asthma or pulmonary doctor? My Allergy doctor does not test for asthma.
Thanks again!
-Kerry

Karend · 02-07-2001, 09:51 AM

I'm from Canada so we have to go to our GP (General Practicioner) who then refers us to a specialist.

I couldn't tell you who to see in the States but your regular Doc should have an idea of how serious your situation is and work from there.

joy · 02-10-2001, 06:53 AM

I have shortness of breath too. I went to my GO and I'm on a medication regime which helps, but any exertion is tough on me, but at least I can breathe deeper. I smoked for many years when I was young, but for the last 9 or 10 years these symptoms [short of breath]have come on slowly. I have not smoked in almost 20 years, but have damage anyway. You can see your GP; that's what I did. I'm just not ready for a Pulmonary Specialist. I don't want the hassle. I feel I have COPD and asthma and just deal with it. Your doctor can probably help you.
Joy