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A member asked:

28 yo, 4 mo pregnant. feel slight fever since this morning, 38.5 celcius. also feel a slight difficulty to breath. please suggest if this is serious?

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May be serious: Although shortness of breath is common i pregnancy due to hormonal changes, the flu has been extrememly serious the past few years and i suggest you see your primary physician immediately to make sure you dont need treatment for asthma or pneumonia.

Answered 3/26/2013

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