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Hi , im a 41 yr old woman. in the last few days i've been having trouble taking a deep breath and have tightness in my chest and lung area.
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Breathing issue: I always recommend symptoms such as these be worked up with an MD with ekg, exam and if history or family history of heart disease ir blood clots, further workup. I suggest yoy make an appointment with your MD.
Answered 1/3/2016
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