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Hi i have a mild shooting pain on the very left side of my chest. under the arm, its about 7 cm below my left armpit. it hurts everytime i breathe?

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Dr. Eric Kelts answered

Specializes in Neurology

Chest pain = ER: Anytime a patient reports chest pain and shortness of breath it is reasonable to go to the ER for evaluation to ensure your heart is healthy. I would recommend that you go in for evaluation. Good luck

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Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

Hi i have a mild shooting pain on the very left side of my chest. under the arm, its about 7 cm below my left armpit. it hurts everytime i breathe?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Eric Kelts answered

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

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