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If the clot in my lung is gone but the middle chest still feels tight and throat feels tight could my lung be damage or is this part of recovery?

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Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

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Post PE: Not normal. Ask your doctor to recheck your lung function and imaging studies.

Answered 12/24/2012

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A member asked:

If the clot in my lung is gone but the middle chest still feels tight and throat feels tight could my lung be damage or is this part of recovery?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

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