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Sometimes i get a pain in my chest near my heart. and i can't breath for a moment because it hurts, i have to breath slow until it stops. what could be?

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Dr. Miriam Gwathney answered

May be anxiety: You may be hyperventillating from anxiety which can cause chest pain. Taking deep breaths relaxes you and stops the pain. However any chest pain should be examined by a doctor.

Answered 2/18/2013

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A member asked:

Sometimes i get a pain in my chest near my heart. and i can't breath for a moment because it hurts, i have to breath slow until it stops. what could be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Miriam Gwathney answered

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