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Could mucus cause chest pain and trouble breathing?

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Dr. Derek Farley answered

Specializes in Urgent Care

Yes: But so could a heart attack, pulmonary embolism, pneumothorax, and other dangerous conditions. You should get this looked at immediately.

Dr Paudel agreed

Answered 10/26/2018

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