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Heavy tight chest, uncomfortable feeling into left side of neck, shoulder & tingle in arm headache & light headed happens after activity ?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Concerning symptoms: The symptoms described can be very typical in the setting of a pending heart attack, especially if they occur at rest and are worsened with exertion. An immediate evaluation is recommended to rule this out.

Dr Greiwe and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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