Stan, That could be something you contracted in the Service overseas, Why don't they get you two together and compare the places you were in and go from there. I know these Dr.'s are not half as good as they used to be unless you are lucky and get a good one that cares. I know a bunch of them here came from India and at first they seem to care and then they start subscribing medicine that I wouldn't take after checking with my medical book and a pharmacist friend we have. I sometimes think they are here to get rid of us. No I really don't mean that but it does seem that way. I hope they find out what is wrong and can help you find what it is. So sorry to hear of your being short of breath. Are you allergic to anything you might have eaten or any medications you may have taken? Think hard Stan as that sounds like something you may be allergic to and of course it may not. Keep in touch. Eva