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Upper Back Pain Shortness Of Breath
Shortness of breath; Breathlessness; Difficulty breathing; Dyspnea
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Sometimes, a small amount of breathing difficulty may be normal, and is not cause for concern. Severe nasal congestion is one example. Strenuous exercise, especially when you do not exercise often, is another example.
If breathing difficulty is new or is getting worse, it may be due to a serious problem. Though many causes are not dangerous and are easily treated, call your health care provider for any...
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