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Minor headache & sleepy no head injury also get breathless just by going up stairs cause? hist: htn pcos zestoretic provera (medroxyprogesterone) 205 lbs 17 yrs old female

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Dr. Craig Carter answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Weight: Being overweight can cause multiple problems, including shortness of breath and headache from elevated co2 levels. You should talk to your primary care physician about a reliable weight loss and exercise program.

Answered 12/10/2013

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