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I currently have had sudden-onset dyspnea for five days. it, along with chest tightness comes and goes every few minutes profoundly. i also have palpitations and lightheadedneas during severe dyspnea episodes. ive been very inactive due to quarantin?

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See a doctor: I would recommend you call your doctor and be examined. This may not be Covid-19, but it should be investigated.

Answered 4/2/2020

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A member asked:

I currently have had sudden-onset dyspnea for five days. it, along with chest tightness comes and goes every few minutes profoundly. i also have palpitations and lightheadedneas during severe dyspnea episodes. ive been very inactive due to quarantin?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

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