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Severe chest pressure & pain. microvascular heart disease. history of pulmonary hypertension. no relief w/rest. clear right cath recent. er?
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If of: Sudden onset yes. There are a number of life threatening conditions that can cause severe chest pain. You didn't say who or how old the individual is but "severe" pain should be evaluated.
Answered 4/11/2014
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Yes: If your severe chest pain is not subsiding with rest, you should visit the er soon.
Answered 4/30/2014
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