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Ekg, chest xray, blood work, ct abdomen all normal. what could be causing luq pressure w/ labored breathing? no sharp/burning pain, just constricted.

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Dr. David Earle answered

Gastric bloating: Could just be gas. Try over the counter anti-gas formulas with simethicone. An easy and inexpensive treatment that may help. Could also be from a LARGE hiatal hernia, something that is not infrequently missed or downplayed on ct scan reports. Hope this helps!

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A member asked:

Ekg, chest xray, blood work, ct abdomen all normal. what could be causing luq pressure w/ labored breathing? no sharp/burning pain, just constricted.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Earle answered

Dr Minich and another doctor agreed

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