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Hello.my husband havin pain in his whole left hand+his back since ytd n today he's complainin that it gets difficult to breath.is it dangerous?

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Dr. James Chapman answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Possibly: Some people feel their heart discomfort in unusual places (hand/back) rather than their chest. With the shortness of breath, he should see a doc right away to get it checked out.

Dr Kuitems and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 12/26/2022

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A member asked:

Hello.my husband havin pain in his whole left hand+his back since ytd n today he's complainin that it gets difficult to breath.is it dangerous?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Chapman answered

Dr Kuitems and 5 doctors agreed

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