For persistent shortness of breath and a fast heart rate, standard initial tests include an electrocardiogram (ECG), basic blood work (to check for anemia or thyroid issues), and spirometry to evaluate your lung function. Since your symptoms were previously dismissed, please consider seeking a second opinion, perhaps from a cardiologist or pulmonologist. To prepare, keep a detailed diary of your symptoms, noting exactly when they occur and how they feel. Your physical health is important, and finding a supportive doctor who will listen to you is a vital next step.

Please avoid using camphor. It is not safe for young children as it can be harmful if absorbed through the skin or accidentally swallowed. Instead, a gentle massage with plain, warm coconut oil is a wonderfully safe way to comfort her. You can also use Baby Vicks, which is specially formulated without camphor and is safe for a three-year-old. Gently apply a small amount of Baby Vicks to her chest and back, but avoid putting it near her nose or eyes.

It is best to avoid using talcum or cooling powders on your penis, as they can cause dryness, irritation, and increase infection risk. For hygiene, gentle washing with warm water is safest. Regarding Vicks VapoRub, it does not increase penis length or thickness. Applying it can cause severe pain, irritation, and chemical burns on sensitive genital skin. Please avoid using it there. If you have any ongoing concerns about infections or physical changes, speaking with a doctor in person is the safest way to get support.

Since steam inhalation and Vicks haven't provided relief, it is best to consult a healthcare professional rather than starting a new cough syrup. A doctor can listen to your lungs and determine if the cough is due to an infection, allergies, or post-nasal drip. In the meantime, try to stay well-hydrated with warm fluids and rest as much as possible.

Since applying Vicks hasn't brought relief, this discomfort?often called pleuritic pain?could be related to inflammation of the chest wall muscles (costochondritis) or the membrane surrounding your lungs. While these conditions are highly treatable, chest pain always warrants a professional medical evaluation to ensure your safety. I warmly recommend visiting a healthcare provider soon for a proper examination. Please seek emergency care immediately if you develop shortness of breath, dizziness, or if the pain radiates to your arm or jaw.

But please be reassured that losing your sense of taste and smell after a cold is very common and usually temporary, not permanent or serious. It typically improves gradually over a few weeks. Since you used Vicks VapoRub, just ensure it is applied only to your chest or throat, and never inside your nostrils. To help your recovery, you can try 'olfactory training' at home. Gently sniff strong, familiar scents like lemon, eucalyptus, cloves, or rose for about 20 seconds each, twice a day. This helps stimulate your nasal nerves. Stay well-hydrated, and give your body some time to heal.