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I was diagnosed with acute bronchitis last fri, over the past 24 hrs the tightness in my chest has been getting worse. normal or should i be concerne?

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Dr. Luis Taylor answered

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Please: ask your doctor to check a chest xray. There is a possibility you might have pneumonia. But a thorough examination by your doctor is of utmost importance.

Answered 11/18/2015

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A member asked:

I was diagnosed with acute bronchitis last fri, over the past 24 hrs the tightness in my chest has been getting worse. normal or should i be concerne?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Luis Taylor answered

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