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Shooting pain from behind my ear down my neck and into my left arm. no chest pain. i'm 21 and active. could this be heart related?
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No: Given your age it is very unlikely to be caused b ya heart problem.
Answered 7/5/2014
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Unlikely: Not likely to be a heart problem. Could be pulled muscle, strain, herniated disc or other such problem. See a doctor and get this checked. Go to ER right away if pain is severe or you develop shortness of breath, vomiting, excessive sweating or other changes. Good luck!
Answered 4/24/2015
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