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What can cause pain & short of breath in the left side of a females chest?
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Get evaluated: It certainly may be nothing, but with the right risk factors, left sided chest pain could be a warning sign of serious problems.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Chest pain: There are many possible causes for left sided chest pain and shortness of breath. You'll need to see your dr. To work through the likely cause after the dr. Has more information particulars about the situation.
Answered 3/26/2013
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