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I am 32 yrs female i been having left arm numbness and my upper back its been hurting on and off its that a sing of a heart attack?
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Chest pain: What you describe is likely musculoskeletal. You can see your doc to be sure and to have an work up or treatment that may be appropriate.
Answered 3/29/2013
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Heart attack: Women tend to have variable and atypical symptoms. Please see your pcp if your symptoms have resolved or go to the er if you have on going symptoms.
Answered 12/10/2016
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