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Why do i feel as if needles are jammed into my chest?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Andrew Germanovich answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Symptoms: Are best explained after a thorough physical exam has been performed by a physician.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/19/2013

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