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Im 17. last night i was laying with both arms resting behind me. after a few mins my arm began to ache. i got scared & my chest hurt. should i worry?

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Dr. Glenn Messina answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

Likely not: At 17 I would be surprised if you have a coronary issue. In all likelihood the position you were in put a sheering force on the chest from the arms being under pressure behind your back.

Answered 4/12/2018

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A member asked:

Im 17. last night i was laying with both arms resting behind me. after a few mins my arm began to ache. i got scared & my chest hurt. should i worry?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Glenn Messina answered

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