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I have been sitting for the last hour and i have a pain on right side of chest that travelled through my back to my shoulder it hurts when i breathe?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Red flag !: There are many possible causes (acute coronary syndrome, valvular heart problems, muscle disorder, anxiety, etc.). "watchful waiting" is never the right approach. Get your symptoms checked asap.

Answered 10/29/2016

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