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I am a healthy 16 year old female and i have been lightheaded, have had tightness in my chest and i feel as if i can't take a deep breath?

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Dr. Tanya Russo
Dr. Tanya Russoanswered
Pediatrics 27 years experience
See your doctor: The symptoms you have described can be indicators of asthma. Since you have listed several conditions such as joint pains, hypertension and other joint issues, a visit to your doctor for evaluation and treatment would be wise.
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