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Will a lung infection cause labored breathing and intense pain?
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Yes: It can. Either symptom would be a reason to go to an emergency room.
Answered 8/16/2012
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Yes: Lung infection bronchitis or pneumonia can cause severe pain and shortness of breath.
Answered 12/9/2013
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