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Could a herniated t-7/t-8 cause severe chest pressure and pain with feelings of sob? all cardiac tests ok mvdandspasms with the bad t-7/t-8 pain is 10

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Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It depends: Usually herniated disc should not cause chest pressure but if you have a severe nerve impingement, it might. It will be wise to see a neurosurgeon to be certain.

Dr Colantino and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/13/2014

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A member asked:

Could a herniated t-7/t-8 cause severe chest pressure and pain with feelings of sob? all cardiac tests ok mvdandspasms with the bad t-7/t-8 pain is 10

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

Dr Colantino and 2 doctors agreed

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