Wheezing and breathlessness after your Cholecystectomy are usually not directly related to the surgery and may be due to conditions like Asthma or reduced lung fitness. Since you feel symptoms while climbing steps, it could be exercise-induced breathing difficulty. Try slow breathing exercises, regular walking, and avoid triggers such as dust or cold air. It?s important to consult a doctor for lung function tests to confirm the cause and start proper treatment.

Use your reliever inhaler immediately as prescribed and sit upright to make breathing easier. Try to stay calm, breathe slowly, and avoid any triggers such as smoke, dust, or strong smells. Monitor your symptoms closely, and if you do not improve within a few minutes or if you experience severe shortness of breath, bluish lips, or chest tightness, seek medical attention immediately.

Long-term night-time breathing difficulty for 7-8 years, especially needing daily nasal drops like Nasogest, may be due to chronic nasal blockage such as Allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, or even a deviated septum. Continuous use of decongestant drops can actually worsen blockage over time, so it?s important to stop unsupervised use and switch to safer options like saline sprays or prescribed steroid sprays. Please consult an ENT specialist (as advised) for proper evaluation and long-term treatment rather than relying on daily drops.

Asthma is typically managed using two main types of inhalers: Preventers (Controllers) and Relievers (Rescue). Preventer inhalers (usually containing corticosteroids) must be taken daily to reduce airway inflammation and prevent attacks. Reliever inhalers (like Albuterol) are fast-acting bronchodilators used only during sudden flare-ups or shortness of breath to quickly open your airways. Since your doctor has already suggested specific medications, it is crucial to use exactly what they prescribed. Please discuss your personalized Asthma Action Plan with them to understand when and how to use each inhaler safely.

You should seek urgent medical attention immediately, as chest tightness and acute respiratory problems can be serious and may indicate conditions like a heart attack, asthma attack, or severe infection. While waiting for help, stay calm, sit upright, and avoid any physical exertion. If you have a prescribed inhaler or medication for heart or lung conditions, use it as directed by your doctor.

The most suitable inhaler depends on the severity and type of your asthma, but commonly a combination of a daily inhaled steroid (e.g., budesonide or fluticasone) and/or a rescue bronchodilator (e.g., salbutamol) is used. Ask your doctor to tailor the inhaler type and dose to your symptoms and breathing tests.