Dr Hossam Mawafi, a critical cases professor at Kasr Al-Ainy College of Medicine, confirmed that shortness of breath with minimal exertion is one of the most dangerous symptoms, stressing the need to go to the doctor as soon as you feel it.
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Muwafi said during his “Rabbi Zadni Alma” program, broadcast on the Sada Al-Balad channel, that difficulty breathing a few minutes after engaging in physical activities, such as exercise, usually indicates a lung problem, such as sensitivity. chest.
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The ICU professor added that the two approaches may also be a warning sign of cardiovascular disease, such as mitral valve stenosis or birth defects.
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He explained that diagnosing the cause of the two approaches requires the doctor to perform a series of tests for the patient, such as an ultrasound of the heart and a CT scan of the chest.
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