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I have had this constant pain in my chest and sometimes rib cage area... it's like a pinch and a stab put together, and i have it for 4 years now..

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Mgt: Unless you have a family history of cardiac disease or cardiac symptoms, it is not likely to caused by heart disease. I would suggest a heating pad and Motrin, until you can see your PCP.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 9/1/2015

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A member asked:

I have had this constant pain in my chest and sometimes rib cage area... it's like a pinch and a stab put together, and i have it for 4 years now..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Hodge agreed

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