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I am having episodes of not bieg able to take a deep breath.i have very shallow breathing but can't take in a normal breath last for up. to 2 min.

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Dr. Benjamin Lerner answered

Specializes in Vascular Surgery

Get evaluated: If you are having that much trouble with breathing, you need to see a doctor and start with a chest xray.

Answered 3/27/2013

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A member asked:

I am having episodes of not bieg able to take a deep breath.i have very shallow breathing but can't take in a normal breath last for up. to 2 min.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Benjamin Lerner answered

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