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What would cause episodic trouble breathing and tightness in chest?
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Many causes: There are many causes to your symptoms...Allergies, asthma, reaction to meds, certain heart murmurs, arrythmias, stress/panic attacks...And more. For any of these see your doc for a thorough evaluation and possible meds.
Answered 5/27/2016
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