sudden onset wheezing

[FortyWinks]

Hi, over the past few weeks the degree of wheezing and crackling breathing has become so noticeable, my wife hears it. Currently waiting the result of a CT arranged by my GP after complaining of rib pain. Current in Finland and my capacity to walk has become severely diminished because breathlessness. The wheezing seems to come a bed time. So during the day I’m having to stop frequently to get my breath while at night breathing itself feels an effort. I get some relief from inhalers but to be honest, the sudden change is really scarring me. Anyone else had something similar?

Many thanks for reading this.

[Explorer08]

Seems like it is time to consult with a pulmonologist.

[MateoBeach]

Serious symptoms requiring prompt and thorough evaluation. Exam, chest X-ray, and if the CT does not disclose the cause pulmonary testing. May be congestive heart failure . .

[FortyWinks in reply to MateoBeach]

It’s what I am fearing though no swelling in my ankles. Thank you for responding.

[j-o-h-n]

Age?

Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.

j-o-h-n

[groundhogy]

could it be this flu/cold bug thats going around?

I did alot of wheezing and coughing.. and worse at night. It takes a while to go away

[FortyWinks in reply to groundhogy]

That would be great. Coincidentally, my GP listened to my chest before I came on holiday and prescribed some antibiotics to have with me ‘just in case’. I have started taking them and things have been better at night. Still getting breathless easily but perhaps that will improve too. Hope you’re fully recovered from your ‘bug’ now.