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Harder to breathe and swallow? i can't tell if my chest is tightened or not, it almost feels like my trachea and esophagus are narrow..
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See your doctor: concerned w your severe stomach pains and ur taking ibuprofen as well as difficulty with sleep. Your current symptoms may also be some anxiety and fatigue. You can be helped by seeing your doctor. Best wishes to you!!
Answered 1/28/2015
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