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Does upper muscle tension cause shortness of breath when lying down?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Upper muscle tension: please be specific. If you are referring to the pectoral or breast area, it is possible, but unlikely. Other causes need further medical evaluation.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/5/2019

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A member asked:

Does upper muscle tension cause shortness of breath when lying down?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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