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Constant Shortness Of Breath. Smoke Marijuana, Powerlift. X Ray Lung Tests Fine. Reasons ?
I have constant shortness of breath starting about a week ago. i smoke marijuana regularly and powerlift. I also work around chemicals and sawdust but usually wear a respirator. I have only been working here 2 months. I have been to the doctor and they say im fine. done x rays and lung tests and I am healthy as a horse supposedly
Fri, 3 Aug 2012
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Dr. Prasad's
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Hi,
Welcome to HealthcareMagic forum.
Breathing problems associated with more than one cause. Lung pathology is one of the causes.
If a chest examination, X-rays and lung functions are normal, then you need not worry about lung pathology.
But continued marijuana use can pose threats to future lung problems and need to stop. Meanwhile you may be investigated to rule out other causes such as anemia and reduced cardiac functions.
Hope this answers your query.
Regards
Welcome to HealthcareMagic forum.
Breathing problems associated with more than one cause. Lung pathology is one of the causes.
If a chest examination, X-rays and lung functions are normal, then you need not worry about lung pathology.
But continued marijuana use can pose threats to future lung problems and need to stop. Meanwhile you may be investigated to rule out other causes such as anemia and reduced cardiac functions.
Hope this answers your query.
Regards
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