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A member asked:
I've had persistent chest pain for at least the past week and i feel short of breath. what could this be ?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Many: But most important thing is possible pneumonia. Please go to ed and get an x-ray.
Answered 4/1/2014
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Bronchitis: Perhaps an upper respiratory infection combined with fatigue made worse by your worries.
Answered 4/1/2014
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Seek evaluation : When chest pain is coupled with shortness of breath immediate evaluation is prudent. If you primary care provider can't see you, an urgent care clinic can. Chest pain can be pneumonia, pleurisy, pulmonary embolism, asthma etc. Proper diagnosis requires a face to face evaluation.
Answered 9/26/2016
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