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What Treatment I Should Take For Chest Pain And Hard To Breath ?

tonight i had chest pains in my upper left chest, my chest felt heavy and it was hard to breathe. I have bad allergies and used to have asthma as a baby. I am 18 years old, 125 lbs, and used to be very active but not so much anymore. My question is, what is it? and are there any stretches/ things to do or eat to help this.
Thu, 21 Jul 2011
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General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi,

Welcome to HCM.
There could be many causes for this. It could be a sequel of your child hood asthma. The childhood asthma may not be asthma but bronchitis or other lung infection.
You need a detailed examination by a chest physician, as well as chest x-ray, blood tests etc. to find out the cause of this problem. You may even need an ECG to exclude cardiac problems.
You should not ignore these symptoms and must consult a good chest physician immediately.
Wish you speedy recovery.
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OBGYN,  Dr. Dr. Rakhi Tayal's  Response
Hello.
Thanks for writing to us.
Breathing difficulties always need to be examined and investigated properly for all lung or cardiac causes before suggesting any treatment. It can be allergic or some new pathology.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Rakhi Tayal
drtayalrakhi@gmail.com


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What Treatment I Should Take For Chest Pain And Hard To Breath ?

Hi, Welcome to HCM. There could be many causes for this. It could be a sequel of your child hood asthma. The childhood asthma may not be asthma but bronchitis or other lung infection. You need a detailed examination by a chest physician, as well as chest x-ray, blood tests etc. to find out the cause of this problem. You may even need an ECG to exclude cardiac problems. You should not ignore these symptoms and must consult a good chest physician immediately. Wish you speedy recovery.