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Should i go to the emergency room if i have chest pain and a history of dvt?
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Absolutely!: This may be a pulmonary embolism (clot that has migrated to the lungs).
Answered 2/13/2013
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Yes: This could be a sign of a pulmonary embolism and should be assessed as soon as possible.
Answered 8/22/2012
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DVT, : I would. Main concern is whether you have a clot in the lung or not.
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