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I have shooting pain in left breast which comes and goes. no problem in breathing. pain radiates to left arm also sometimes.what it could be?

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Dr. Ilene Ruhoy answered

Specializes in Neurology

See your doc: You should have a cardiac cause ruled out with an cardiac work up. Other considerations include a thoracic outlet syndrome. Please see your physician for an evaluation and further guidance.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/24/2016

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A member asked:

I have shooting pain in left breast which comes and goes. no problem in breathing. pain radiates to left arm also sometimes.what it could be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ilene Ruhoy answered

Dr Altman agreed

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