I'm having some trouble with my breathingI get shortness of breath and chest pains, and it feels difficult to breathe even when I'm at rest. I also smoke. Can you help me understand what's going on and suggest what I should do?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

General Practitioner

MBBS
1+ Yrs

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take tablet zerodol and tablet pantoprazole

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Answered 04/07/2025

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