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I'm a smoker and i can't take deep breath why? i don't have chest pain nor does my lung make a sound i just cough when i take a deep breath

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Breathing: issues means you need to see your doctor ASAP. This is dangerous. Catch this before it gets worse. Please work on stopping smoking and it will raise the probability of a longer and much happier life for you and those you love. Peace and good health.

Answered 8/13/2016

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