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I've been having discomfort, shortness of breath, dry cough in upper sternum area. it is getting worse over time it feels like something stuck?
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Shortness of Breath: Shortness of breath can be dangerous so call your pcp to be sure it is not a sign of something more serious. If just due to bronchitis or a smoker's cough, using a warm humidifier to break up secretions in the bronchi can help. A chest x-ray otherwise may be needed.
Answered 8/2/2013
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