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What Could Pain And Tightness In Chest In A Smoker Indicate?

Hello. Im 22 and for awhile now i almost feel like i can only breathe half way, and my chest hurts on both sides and sometimes feels tight. iv been getting sick alot lately. iv been a smoker for awhile so i know that isnt helping, but everyone around me that has been smoking for as long or longer isnt going through this.
Wed, 6 Jan 2021
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Internal Medicine Specialist 's  Response
Hi,

This is a chest tightness due to smoking. Good for you that you have stopped it. But it will sometimes to clear your chest.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist
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What Could Pain And Tightness In Chest In A Smoker Indicate?

Hi, This is a chest tightness due to smoking. Good for you that you have stopped it. But it will sometimes to clear your chest. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist