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I Was Getting Chest Pain While Walking, Please Help
so today i had to walk home from the bus stop which is about a quarter of a mile in 90 degree heat while carrying 3 textbooks and i got really out of breath and i was getting chest pains. i get these pains on both sides of my chest anytime i walk home from the bus stop. its all uphill too. what could be wrong? im only in 10th grade!
Thu, 16 Aug 2012
As you are in 10 grade your age 16 approx are you overweight what is your hight may be you are not used to exercise are you playing some game like football basket ball or cycling . we need to rule out asthma also .do some deep breathing exercises increase your stamina. if problem persist consult physician.
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Here's A Trick, When Your Walking Up The Hill And Stuff Breathe In Thru Your Nose Out Thru Your Mouth, It Helps. Thats What I Do When I Run Everyday.
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