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Can blood clot in lung cause chest pain?

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Dr. Gutti Rao answered

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Yes: Blood clot in the lungs( pulmonary embolism) can cause chest pain most often shortness of breath.

Dr Villaplana and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 12/9/2013

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