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The past week i've had a shortness of breath difficulty doing any physical activity what could cause this should i go to er? even running a block i feel extremely weak.

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Vague: Need a thorough history and more info on the symptoms. I would see a dr. Asap.

Answered 1/7/2014

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Dr. James Burns answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

If just one day: Of symptoms and all is well now, it is not absolutely necessary, but if persistent exertional breathlessness and weakness i would see your doctor very soon.

Answered 5/2/2015

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Dr. Payam Mehranpour answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Cardiology

Need evaluation: Shortness of breath with exertion should be evaluated. There are many possible causes for shortness of breath including heart or lung disease, anemia, etc, some of which may be more serious than others.. Either see you primary care physician, go to an urgent care center or emergency department as soon as possible.

Answered 1/7/2014

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