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Last few hours, pain low and to the left side of the back. in last few minutes moved to chest. doesn't feel like muscle, no injury, should i visit er?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

Yes: This type of pain can be be serious or benign. Need a medical exam to decide. Go to ER NOW.

Answered 7/5/2014

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Dr. Andrea Brand answered

Yes: Sudden unexplained back and chest pain can have several causes, some of them serious. So it's best to get evaluated right away.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 7/5/2014

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A member asked:

Last few hours, pain low and to the left side of the back. in last few minutes moved to chest. doesn't feel like muscle, no injury, should i visit er?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

Dr. Andrea Brand answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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