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My 2 year old has pneumonia. he has been on antibiotics for 2 days, but he's now complaining of his chest hurting. should i be worried?
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Chest pain: It is expected with pneumonia, i would worry only if you see he is struggling to breathe.
Answered 10/4/2016
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