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I've been having sharp random chest pains when i sit and lay down. i've been sick for about 3 months and have a heart murmur. possible problems?

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Dr. Shahruq Sarela answered

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Chest pain: It's possible you may have pericarditis, inflammation of the pericardium which can be caused by a prolonged viral infection. You can have chest pain associated with this. Get a Ekg and echocardiogram to further evaluate.

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Answered 2/15/2016

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A member asked:

I've been having sharp random chest pains when i sit and lay down. i've been sick for about 3 months and have a heart murmur. possible problems?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Shahruq Sarela answered

Dr Ali agreed

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