When to seek immediate medical care When to seek immediate medical care See a health care professional right away for: Sudden and severe shortness of breath. A fast heartbeat. A cough that won't go away. Swollen, achy body parts, which could signal fluid retention.
When to seek immediate medical care See a health care professional right away for: Sudden and severe shortness of breath. A fast heartbeat. A cough that won't go away. Swollen, achy body parts, which could signal fluid retention.
When to make a doctor's appointment When to make a doctor's appointment Make an appointment if there is: Shortness of breath at rest or after light activity. Shortness of breath that doesn't get better quickly after activity. Shortness of breath or a sense of choking when waking up.
When to make a doctor's appointment Make an appointment if there is: Shortness of breath at rest or after light activity. Shortness of breath that doesn't get better quickly after activity. Shortness of breath or a sense of choking when waking up.