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How do we differentiate a chest pain that is caused by pulmonary condition and a chest pain that is caused by a cardiovascular condition? thank you!
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H&P exam, lab tests: and radiologic imaging studies help you to differentiate.
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Chest pain: Based on the history,mode of onset,character,radiation,associated symptoms,physical examination;,patient demographic and other history and judicious directed testing
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