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I get breathlessness and fast heart beat with slightest of activity. in addition i am also experiencing difficulty in breathing and cough.

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Dr. Harinder Gill answered

Specializes in Cardiology

ReathlessnessB: There is a large differential diagnosis related to your reported symptoms including severe life threatening conditions, go to the A&E department locally.

Answered 12/30/2016

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