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Was on treadmill work out good. woke up next morning could not breathe- still feels like not getting enough air chestxray clear, pulse ox good, why?
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Get evaluated now: I would suggest an evaluation by your primary care doc. Shortness of breath lasting for long periods should be investigated. Your heart and lungs should be checked now.
Answered 9/16/2013
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