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tight chest trouble taking deep breath

So I am on my 4th week of treatment and I my cheat feels really tight. I am having trouble taking deep breaths in. Is this normal?
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I go for blood work Thursday. Thanks everyone. I don't know what I would do without this group/forum.
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My HGB dropped fast and I had the same problem and had it throughout treatment. Just take it easy try not to do to much. rest when you can if I got thru it you can to.
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Totally agree with meakea have you had a 4 week blood work done to find out your hemo?
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Your hemoglobin has probably dropped into the anemic category...which can cause difficulty breathing.  However, PLEASE report this to your doctor as there can be many reasons for chest tightness and your doctor will want to be sure that it isn't something other than anemia.
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