Chest pain: There are many causes of chest pain, the heart is but one, intestinal gas and thoracic musculoskeletal pains are very common, anxiety and panic attacks likewise are frequent causes. You should always ask the doctors who see you what they think is the problem you came for and what to do about it.
Answered 12/10/2013
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Chest pain: Chest pain when you really drill it down, many patients will say it's really tightness. The reasons can be several. The heart is only one. Reflux can be the cause. Asthma that is undiagnosed can be another. Heart rhythm abnormalities, stress, some bruising of the lung lining etc. Context is important in discussing chest "pain". You need a thorough exam and review of symptoms with your md to know.
Answered 11/16/2013
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