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A member asked:
I quit smoking around 2 months ago. this week i have suddenly found it hard to inhale deeply and my chest feels tight what could this be?
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Unlikely that your: present symptoms are related to your victory over smoking. There are several possibilities here. Please see your doc for diagnosis and treatment. Peace and good health.
Answered 8/9/2017
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