Allergies or an infection?
in Health ·
Good afternoon. I find myself facing a bit of a dilemma. My breathing feels somewhat labored lately, accompanied by this persistent, stinging sensation in my airways. There isn't any actual coughing involved, and when I attempt to clear my throat, everything just feels incredibly dry—almost parched. Now, full disclosure: I am a smoker, though I'd say I manage about a pack every three days. Should I be making an appointment with my doctor, or is it more likely that I'm dealing with some passing allergy or perhaps just a common cold? Though, typically, a cold brings along a bit more congestion than what I'm experiencing. What are your thoughts?