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Lungs not expanding when take deep breath. spit clear mucus, dry stuffy nose. no other symptoms. not sure if heart or lung problem?
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Atelectasis?: Plugging of an airway in the lung by a mucus plugs prevents lung to expand in one area or more than one area. Go to Emergency Room . You need a chest x-ray and an exam.
Answered 8/7/2019
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