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What Causes Liver Pain And Breathing Difficulty?
I have hep C and for the past couple of days I have been having pains with my liver and can't breathe normally. When I sleep I have to lay down a certain way so it doesn't hut when I do breathe. What does this sound like? Or should I just go to a doctor?
Wed, 23 Nov 2016
hi.
and welcome to HCM
there are many causes for difficulty in breathing ranging from infectious causes to complication of underlying diseases
HepC may lead to liver cirrhosis early in life if not treated properly.
HepC may lead to liver cirrhosis which may lead to fluid retention in the body and in lungs as well.
your strongly recommended to visit treating physician immediately.
regards
Dr Tayyab Malik
and welcome to HCM
there are many causes for difficulty in breathing ranging from infectious causes to complication of underlying diseases
HepC may lead to liver cirrhosis early in life if not treated properly.
HepC may lead to liver cirrhosis which may lead to fluid retention in the body and in lungs as well.
your strongly recommended to visit treating physician immediately.
regards
Dr Tayyab Malik
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