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A member asked:

After cabg surgery( surgery was successful one year ago), i sill feel chest tightness and palpitations frequently. what's my problem?

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Could be many things: But would recommend you talk it over with your cardiologist.

Dr Karsant agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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