I've been feeling this heavy sensation and pressure on my chest, and it's making it hard to breathe. There's no actual pain, but it's definitely worrying me. What could be causing this shortness of breath? Should I be concerned?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

General Practitioner

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3+ Yrs

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Ecg and x-ray chest pa view is advised to the patient.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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