pain/shortness of breath

[l66]

pain in upper right side, short of breath. started about 2 wks ago. pain management dr increased my fentnyl patch from 50mg to 75mg, i had stroke and i'm diabetic so thats why i need pain medicine. i am thinking the increase in pain meds might be the cause of shortness of breath. i had an appt with the pain m. dr today but just couldnt go, its a 50mi trip 1 way. regular dr thurs. so any help would be appreciated.

[l66]

hi and thank you for your help. i have an appt with pain management dr fri. then next week my regular dr. its time for lab work and a general going over.
again thank you for your response.
linda

[Dr. Kokil Mathur]

Hi!
Yes, muscle pains and cramps along with shortness of breath can be due to fentanyl. However chest pain with shortness of breath should be investigated ASAP for heart attack/angina and pulmonary embolism (clots in lung), especially since you have history of diabetes and stroke.  
Please consult your doctor regarding this immediately. Hope this helps. Take care!

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