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Good day, i suddenly have shortness of breath, should i be worried?

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See below: There is not enough information to give you an idea of what is causing the problem- but if you have shortness of breath at rest (not exercising) and it has come on suddenly then I would contact my doctor, - If the symptoms are severe then I would go to the ER

Answered 9/10/2020

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A member asked:

Good day, i suddenly have shortness of breath, should i be worried?

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Dr. Anne Bosshardt answered

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