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Whenever I wear a mask outside , I feel a chocking effect and shortness of breath happens.
After deliberately coughing it helps for while,but again the problem occurs. What should I do?
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It's better to take preventive measures like mask and hand sanitization rather than getting admitted in hospital
So keep ur priorities straight forward
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Depends on what kind of mask you are using. Or there is any previous history of asthma?
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One surgical mask nd on top of it use N95..
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Dr. Rajesh Kumar Gupta
General Physician
43 yrs exp
Meerut
It is normal to feel slightly out of breath if you are new to wearing masks and wearing them for a very long time. It also depends on the material of the mask. You could use the general three layer surgical mask. If you continue to face the issue consult a doctor.
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