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Short of breath all day. can't sleep because of it. scapula and chest pain (chronic) should i go to er or try to sleep ? also nausea on /off

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Difficulty breathing: It sounds like this is an acute problem. Breathing is essential to life. I recommend getting seen at the er now.

Dr Koch agreed

Answered 7/17/2013

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A member asked:

Short of breath all day. can't sleep because of it. scapula and chest pain (chronic) should i go to er or try to sleep ? also nausea on /off

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Koch agreed

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