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Hello doctor. i need advice with trouble breathing while running. i've been increasing my workouts, and yesterday i ran a 12km trail run. although i was able to finish and keep running, i was very uncomfortable with my tightening chest.

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Get examined: chest pain after strenuous exercise should be evaluated by exam, EKG and chest x-ray. Blood testing is logical.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/7/2019

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A member asked:

Hello doctor. i need advice with trouble breathing while running. i've been increasing my workouts, and yesterday i ran a 12km trail run. although i was able to finish and keep running, i was very uncomfortable with my tightening chest.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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