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Chest pain on the left side when i flex or move pain is on and off.went to gp told me its pulled muscle im still worried, advise pls?

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Dr. John Szawaluk answered

Muscular: Sounds muscular by your description. One option is to try nsaids. If still an issue see your doctor to be sure.

Dr Weisberger agreed

Answered 4/11/2014

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A member asked:

Chest pain on the left side when i flex or move pain is on and off.went to gp told me its pulled muscle im still worried, advise pls?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Szawaluk answered

Dr Weisberger agreed

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