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A member asked:

I have chest pain, that feels as though someone is squeezing my chest. now my heart feels cold and my back shoulder is numb?

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Dr. Elton Behner answered

Seek care asap: go to the ER if you can't immediately see your PCP. This is not to be ignored or delayed in getting help.

Dr Beck agreed

Answered 7/10/2015

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