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Shortness of breath and chest tightness at night.it goes away after half an hour. all day long i feel fine. it starts at n8ght. what is it?

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Dr. Steven Meister
Dr. Steven Meisteranswered
Family Medicine 26 years experience
See a physician: This sounds as though it could be GERD (gastro-esophogeal reflux). However it could be something more serious. I would see a medical professional and get to the bottom of this.
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