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What are signs of an embolism? my son uses an asthma pump again after dormancy for 3 yrsand has intermittent pain in his lung. should i consult?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Get evaluated: I NEVER saw a lung embolism in a kid/asthmatic or not in 4 decades of practice. Lung pain is often a sign of a focal pneumonia or other treatable issue. I would have him seen by his doc or at urgent care.

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Answered 5/7/2019

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A member asked:

What are signs of an embolism? my son uses an asthma pump again after dormancy for 3 yrsand has intermittent pain in his lung. should i consult?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Dosanjh and 2 doctors agreed

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