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What Causes Heaviness In The Chest And Shortness Of Breath?

I work in a building that is seventeen years old five days ago a major waterline broke and flooded the whole north side of the building. The ceiling came down on three floors. So I had to walk through dripping water and flooded floors. About three days ago my chest feels heavy and i have shortness of breath when I talk. My job requires a lot of walking that does not bother me. Is it possible that I might have breathed in mold and if so what should I do.
Fri, 11 Aug 2017
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Hi,

I understand your concern.

I think you might be having a lung infection. I advise to consult with your physician and run chest X-ray to determine the right diagnosis.

For the moment, I can only advise to take anti-histaminic (e.g. loratadine) until you see your doctor. However, I still think you should go to clinic immediately. If cannot manage, then, go to ER to check your problems with difficulty in breathing.

Wish fast recovery.
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What Causes Heaviness In The Chest And Shortness Of Breath?

Hi, I understand your concern. I think you might be having a lung infection. I advise to consult with your physician and run chest X-ray to determine the right diagnosis. For the moment, I can only advise to take anti-histaminic (e.g. loratadine) until you see your doctor. However, I still think you should go to clinic immediately. If cannot manage, then, go to ER to check your problems with difficulty in breathing. Wish fast recovery.