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My 7 yearold was in the icu 20 daysago for chestpain/rapid heart beat he is awaiting testing but now has extreme pain and apulse of 145 shouldi go2er?

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Yes: You should go to er. A fast resting heart rate and chest pain are not good signs for a 7 year old.

Answered 7/5/2014

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes!: If he was in the ICU for 20 days recently and is awaiting testing, I would get him to the ER right now. 911 if you have to.

Answered 7/6/2014

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