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What Causes Shortness Of Breath,light Headed And High Pulse Rate When When Walking Fast?

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Posted on Tue, 21 Jan 2014
Question: Shortness of breath and light headed,pulse was 110 when walking a little faster then normal
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Answered by Dr. Sonila Borici (1 hour later)
Brief Answer: Please refer to the answer below. Detailed Answer: Hi, I read your query and understood your concern. From what you are saying you have a high risk to develop pulmonary embolism. So i suggest to consult a pneumologist and to perform all the necessary test for proper treatment. I recommend to perform: - Full blood and biochemical analysis - Chest x ray - Angio pulmonary CT - Legs ultrasound All the best! Dr.Sonila Feel free to ask me other questions you might have!
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What Causes Shortness Of Breath,light Headed And High Pulse Rate When When Walking Fast?

Brief Answer: Please refer to the answer below. Detailed Answer: Hi, I read your query and understood your concern. From what you are saying you have a high risk to develop pulmonary embolism. So i suggest to consult a pneumologist and to perform all the necessary test for proper treatment. I recommend to perform: - Full blood and biochemical analysis - Chest x ray - Angio pulmonary CT - Legs ultrasound All the best! Dr.Sonila Feel free to ask me other questions you might have!