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I get severe chills several times a week and during this time i get chest pains, what could this be?

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Dr. Bennett Werner answered

Anything: It could be malaria but it probably isn't. Why not see your doctor and get some simple tests done like a blood count and a chest x-ray to see what's going on.

Answered 1/15/2013

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A member asked:

I get severe chills several times a week and during this time i get chest pains, what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Werner answered

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