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Shortness of breath for the past week, is it anxiety or from me quitting smoking?

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Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Short of breath: Likely anxiety but if still sob should get it checked out, should not ignore sob.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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