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If i get out of breath easily does it mean i have heart trouble or i'm just out of shape?

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Deconditioning: In general it means you are out of shape but for some people it is a sign that they have a problem with their cardiopulmonary system.

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/30/2020

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