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I felt shortness of breath walking up some stairs yesterday and today but i didn't feel it when i was jogging today...could it be my anxiety?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Likely: If you can no issues with running, donot worry.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/4/2015

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