Shortness of breath in the elderly how to do can not be generalized, depends on the cause of shortness of breath in the elderly. If it is caused by an acute attack of bronchial asthma, short-acting β2 agonists such as albuterol sulfate and terbutaline sulfate can be sprayed orally for first aid, antispasmodic and asthmatic treatment, and if the symptoms are gradually relieved, oral hormone spraying can be given in sequence with medium- and long-acting β agonists such as salmeterol ticlopidine, budesonide, and formoterol, among others. In case of acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the corresponding treatment can be chosen according to the cause of acute exacerbation, for example, if the exacerbation is caused by viral infection, antiviral treatment can be given. For example, if the acute exacerbation is caused by viral infection, anti-viral treatment can be given. If it is caused by mycoplasma, chlamydia and other pathogenic microorganisms, macrolides can be given, or quinolone antibiotics can be given to adults over the age of 18 for anti-infective treatment. If shortness of breath is caused by interstitial lung disease, hormones, cytotoxic drugs, or antifibrotic drugs can be given depending on the cause. Shortness of breath in the elderly may also be caused by diseases of the cardiovascular system, such as coronary heart disease, angina pectoris and heart failure. In the case of coronary artery disease and angina pectoris, coronary dilation can usually be given. In the case of heart failure, cardiac strengthening, coronary dilation and diuretic therapy are mostly given.