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Constant chest pain worse when sleeping, shortness of breath when sleeping. have had x-rays and nothing has been found. might die in my sleep,?
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This is worrisome: Any pain that occurs while sleeping is dangerous. You need to have your heart examined as well as your chest, and soon. Always sleep with your head up on a wedge or several pillows and see checklist for avoiding heartburn. Good luck. Get seen.
Answered 10/18/2015
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