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Tight feeling in lower left between hip and belly button while walking. pains in chest and side of ribs that come and go. excess phlegm and snot?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh
Pathology 51 years experience
Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without examining you and you should see a doctor. If you are overweight losing weight (easier said than done) will help. You should exercise regularly, any exercise will do, start with walking and gradually increase the time and intensity of exercise. Wish you good health! - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex, if you have sex.
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Last updated Apr 27, 2018

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