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I experienced a sharp, tightening pain on my right upperback that spread quickly across my chest toward my heart. it lasted about 3 min what was it?

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Chest pain: Since you are 25y/o it is unlikely to be related to your heart. Given fibromyalgia diagnosis you list, it is more likely related to that or a similar problem.

Answered 5/14/2015

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