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A member asked:
I had the stomach flu and now for the past two days i've had shortness of breath, gas, and chest tightness. i don't have a fever. is this pneumonia?
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Needs to be checked: It is difficult to say what it could be,But any shortness of breath and chest tightness needs to be evaluated.I suggest go to the ER and get checked.They will take a detailed history and exam and if indicated a chest xray to diagnose and treat your condition
Answered 1/11/2016
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