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Diagnosed with a pfo in 2011 its now 2013 and i've noticed latley that everytime im walking i get really tired or outnof breath. what can i do?

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Dr. Sunil Mehra answered

Specializes in Pulmonology

Treat: Pfo if symptomatic must be evaluated by cardiologist to chech shunt etc and may need surgical correction.

Dr Reyna agreed

Answered 1/30/2015

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Dr. John Breinholt answered

Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology

Maybe unrelated: A pfo typically does not result in breathing or exercise tolerance issues. You should follow up with your doctor.

Dr Reyna agreed

Answered 3/29/2013

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A member asked:

Diagnosed with a pfo in 2011 its now 2013 and i've noticed latley that everytime im walking i get really tired or outnof breath. what can i do?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Sunil Mehra answered

Dr Reyna agreed

Dr. John Breinholt answered

Dr Reyna agreed

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