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For the past few weeks I have had a tight chest and had difficulty breathing which may commonly be described as bronchitis. I have been treated wiith chinese herbs which have relieved the symptoms but I have to stay on them or the symptoms return.Should I get cortisone treatment? While I have not found information on side effects of once off or irregular treatment of this I am not sure of it's safety. What is your advice?
Hi Jacques,
I am not in a position to make a diagnosis here. Chest tightness can be caused by heart problems, asthma, infection, reflux. I think you should see a doctor for a check up.
Thank you for using Allexperts
Sincerely,
Eric Brandt, B.Sc. Pharm
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Eric Brandt
Expertise
I will answer questions regarding prescripion and non prescription drugs as well as commonly used mdicinal herbs. I will also answer questions on various medical conditions such as heart disease, hypertension, thyroid problems, diabets, menopause, parkinson`s disease, multiple sclerosis, depression etc.
Experience
I am a practicing hospital pharmacist with 10 years experience in hospital and 10 years retail pharmacy experience prior to that.
I have my own drug information web site at http://www.druginformation.bc.ca
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Contributed to an article in CNS Drugs. Currently publishing a free monthly nwletter. To learn more go to http://www.topica.com/lists/thecaplet
Education/Credentials
B.Sc. Pharm
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