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I've been experiencing shortness of breath constantly for almost 24 hrs, gets worse when i lie down. is it my ususal anxiety or something more serious?

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Could be serious: Make sure no fluid around the heart, easy test ultrasound. Also emboli on differential.

Dr Sadoun agreed

Answered 2/10/2014

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