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What Causes Pain On Left Side With Difficulty Breathing?

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Posted on Fri, 10 Apr 2015
Question: I have a pain on my left side. Its been going on since early yesterday . It hurts to walk and hard to breath
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Answered by Dr. Kathy Robinson (5 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
see doctor today

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for your question.
Pain on the left side with difficulty breathing is concerning for a problem with your heart. It could also be from other causes but the most concerning ones would be your heart or your lungs. I suggest that you see your doctor today and if that is not possible go to an urgent care or emergency department. At 73 years of age with left sided pain and trouble breathing it is very important that you be seen today. I hope it is nothing serious, but your symptoms are concerning so please make sure you see a doctor today
Regards,
Dr. Robinson
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What Causes Pain On Left Side With Difficulty Breathing?

Brief Answer: see doctor today Detailed Answer: Hello and thank you for your question. Pain on the left side with difficulty breathing is concerning for a problem with your heart. It could also be from other causes but the most concerning ones would be your heart or your lungs. I suggest that you see your doctor today and if that is not possible go to an urgent care or emergency department. At 73 years of age with left sided pain and trouble breathing it is very important that you be seen today. I hope it is nothing serious, but your symptoms are concerning so please make sure you see a doctor today Regards, Dr. Robinson