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Recently been getting sharp pains in mainly the left side of my chest under my breast, sometimes shooting down my arm. could it be pinched nerve?

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Dr. John Rhoades answered

Possible: The only way to determine the etiology is to get an exam. Call your health care provider and schedule an apt.

Dr Wright agreed

Answered 5/8/2015

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A member asked:

Recently been getting sharp pains in mainly the left side of my chest under my breast, sometimes shooting down my arm. could it be pinched nerve?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Rhoades answered

Dr Wright agreed

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