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Can a strained pectoral muscle cause shortness of breath?
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If it hurts your: chest when you take a breath, then yes it can cause that. Any muscle strain in the chest and back area will have the same effect. However there are other things that can mimic muscle strain, including bad things like blood clots in the lung (pulmonary embolism), pneumonia, aortic aneurysm and heart attacks. Be sure to visit your healthcare provider to make sure these conditions are ruled out.
Answered 9/22/2017
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