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Sharp pain under left breast shooting down into my left arm. any advice?

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It could be muscle : Strain(usually sharp pain), rib pain or heart related(usually squeezing mid-sternum). Check for any blisters( if positive, could be due to shingles) go see your dr for ekg and a thorough exam!

Dr Samuel agreed

Answered 4/3/2013

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