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I cannot take breath easily.its coming hardly with cough.is there any serious problem?
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Possibly: Shortness of breath is seen with many problems but always needs a prompt medical evaluation. It is difficult to say how serious a problem without additional information and this needs to be evaluated by your doctor.
Answered 1/1/2013
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