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I often wake up in the middle of the night with chest pains, headache and difficulty breathing. i smoke, and the more i smoke a day makes it worse.?
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Smoking & chest pain: This really is of concern. It could be an anxiety attack , bronchospasm (which is wheezing) or hear related. Heart related problems include fast hear rate or decreased blood flow. You need to have an evaluation immediately.
Answered 11/8/2015
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See a doctor: These symptoms sound serious and should be evaluate asap. This could indicated serious disease to your heart and/or lungs. Without speculating further you need to be seen and treated!
Answered 8/21/2012
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