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Pulmonary embolism. i'm 8 weeks pregnant and never exercise. over weight. i am studying all the time and when i'm not i'm so exhausted. chance of pe?
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Possible but low: If you develop one leg swelling and pain and discoloration, and you have been more sedentary, then get someone to examine you and do work up if necessary. Otherwise, your symptoms are what a lot of pregnant women feel.
Answered 2/5/2014
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