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A member asked:

I have spells where i get numb on the inside. hard to breathe, but oxygen stats always good. what causes this?

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Dr. Andrew Lipton answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Sudden breathlessnes: Should be checked by a doctor for something serious or could likely be anxiety.

Answered 12/9/2013

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