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What Causes Liver Pain And Breathing Difficulty?

I have hep C and for the past couple of days I have been having pains with my liver and can't breathe normally. When I sleep I have to lay down a certain way so it doesn't hut when I do breathe. What does this sound like? Or should I just go to a doctor?
Wed, 23 Nov 2016
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Gastroenterologist 's  Response
hi.
and welcome to HCM

there are many causes for difficulty in breathing ranging from infectious causes to complication of underlying diseases

HepC may lead to liver cirrhosis early in life if not treated properly.
HepC may lead to liver cirrhosis which may lead to fluid retention in the body and in lungs as well.

your strongly recommended to visit treating physician immediately.

regards
Dr Tayyab Malik
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What Causes Liver Pain And Breathing Difficulty?

hi. and welcome to HCM there are many causes for difficulty in breathing ranging from infectious causes to complication of underlying diseases HepC may lead to liver cirrhosis early in life if not treated properly. HepC may lead to liver cirrhosis which may lead to fluid retention in the body and in lungs as well. your strongly recommended to visit treating physician immediately. regards Dr Tayyab Malik