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70y.o male, wheezing, tightness in chest, lack of energy or appetite. bp 172/84 pulse 82. what could this be and what do we do?
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Evaluation: You should seek evaluation immediately. There are a number of conditions that can cause shortness of breath and wheezing including heart failure, pneumonia, bronchitis COPD exacerbation etc. You should be evaluated immediately.
Answered 12/27/2014
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