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A member asked:

Does it ever happen that a chest infection cause breathlessness?

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Chest infection: Chest infections if involving the lungs certainly can cause breathlessness.

Answered 8/13/2013

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Dr. Jon Spiers answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Yes.: Yes it can. You might want to see your doctor.

Dr Mehranpour agreed

Answered 9/11/2013

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Morning, as of yesterday I have been experiencing shortness of breath. This is very unusual for me as I never have a chest infection unless a prior infection. My husband also has unusual symptoms, he has sinus +runny nose. Is it wise to get tested ?

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I have had an aching chest for a week. Discomfort when breathing deeply and swallowing liquids; some coughing and mucus but no shortness of breath. Could it be the beginnings of a lung infection? Do these typically go away on their own without meds?

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