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Hi folks, does anyone knows what causes the chest to feel tight on occasions, ? - someone did think it might be an infection or inflammation of the lungs, and that Antibiotics might cure it - any thoughts folks ? - wearing a seat belt when the chest is like this is a bit of a bother ...and makes breathing even worse with that " Elastic band " across my chest ! ...tar muchly ! ...

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Hi Vittorio, I have a feeling a bit like this, all the time despite not being breathless except with exertion. I posted about it a while back and got lots of interesting replies. Quite a lot about air trapping which can sometimes alter the shape of the chest. Here's the link:

healthunlocked.com/blf/post...

Hope there's something there which helps.

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Endless thanklies O2TREES !

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Mardi

Wait until you start wearing a bra! Jokes aside it could be either or both of them or a pulled muscle or a heart problem. I'd suggest seeing your dr

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