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Can a food intolerance in an asthmatic person cause chest tightness and shortness of breath. especially after eating non-ige tested food by spt?
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Yes: If a food is causing chest tightness and shortness of breath, you should avoid it and let your allergist know about the reaction. It could be the main ingredient (i.e. the food ) or possibly an additive in the food.
Answered 10/25/2017
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