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Have Shortness Of Breath, Overweight. Hypertensive Taking Treatment, Had Rheumatic Fever As Child
In the last couple of weeks, I have noticed some shortness of breath---not constant, just once or twice a day. I am 63, female. Had rheumatic fever as a child (age 11) but no lasting effects through my life. Non drinker, Non smoker, overweight, take hypertensive Rx. Recently moved to a small town near Tallahassee and would like to find a Family Practice physician for my husband and I.
Thu, 18 Apr 2013
Dear Ma'm
thanks for writing to HC magic
i can not suggest an FP as i am not from that region, however about your shortness of breath (SOB) i have a few comments. your hypertension and weight are two factors which contribute to SOB. one more thing, if it is a true SOB, that's if it comes consistently on same level of exertion? if yes, then please discuss it with your doctor. because this requires examination.
all the best.
sincerely
sukhvinder
thanks for writing to HC magic
i can not suggest an FP as i am not from that region, however about your shortness of breath (SOB) i have a few comments. your hypertension and weight are two factors which contribute to SOB. one more thing, if it is a true SOB, that's if it comes consistently on same level of exertion? if yes, then please discuss it with your doctor. because this requires examination.
all the best.
sincerely
sukhvinder
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