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Sometimes when i lay on my left side i suddenly get a sharp pain in what feels like my heart. what's that?

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Dr. Nassir Azimi answered

Specializes in Interventional Cardiology

Probably nothing: This is a relatively common complaint and is often musculoskeletal. Do discuss with your pcp.

Dr Hadied agreed

Answered 7/5/2012

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A member asked:

Sometimes when i lay on my left side i suddenly get a sharp pain in what feels like my heart. what's that?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nassir Azimi answered

Dr Hadied agreed

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