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My husband is 51 and is having chest pains that go from sharp to dull and could not sleep from the pain ?

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Pain: At 51 And having chest pain I would suggest he sees a doctor for a definitive diagnosis

Answered 1/20/2015

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911 to the ER: Chest pain should be taken very seriously as there are many things life threatening and not that can cause your husbands symptoms. Best to call 911 and go to the Emergency Room for full assessment. Good luck

Answered 1/20/2015

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