Pulmonary Embolism Symptoms
Do you have any symptoms of Pulmonary Embolism? Do you even know what they are? Learn more about each symptom of this condition below and what to do if you think you may have Pulmonary Embolism.
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Symptoms of Pulmonary Embolism
The symptoms of pulmonary embolism vary in type and severity depending on the size and location of the blockage, and the area affected by the lack of blood. Symptoms may include:
- Shortness of breath that starts suddenly for no obvious reason
- Chest pain, especially when breathing or coughing (it can mimic a Heart Attack )
- Feeling faint, lightheaded, dizzy
- Cough , sometimes with bloody phlegm
- Rapid heartbeat
- Rapid breathing
- Anxiety
- Feeling of impending doom
- Swollen, distended neck veins
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