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Slight shortness of breath chest discomfort on and off stab pains. getting over cold. 7wk pregnant. er thinks plueracy. risk of pulmonary embolism?

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Dr. Kerrie Pinkney answered

Specializes in Palliative Care

Possible: If you were fully examined and had blood work done that is part of the evaluation. They were right to tell you that not 100% with spiral/helical ct of chest. But it is a lot of radiation to you and your baby at this early gestation. No way to say 100%. If your symptoms persist, talk with your ob. The risk may be worth it. But if your oxygen level ok;blood work ok; along with ok exam, risk prob low.

Answered 9/15/2013

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Dr. Phil Chen answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Depends: It depends on your symptoms and any history of blood cot problem. If problem persist or getting worse you need to be re-evaluate for other etiology, not just pulmonary embolism.

Answered 9/15/2013

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