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I have been having sharp pains around the heart area. and my left breast has been hurting me. my left arm felt numb for a couple of minutes ( related?

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Go to the hospital: Go to the hospital urgently. They are symptoms that could be a heart attack. You are very young but your risk is not zero especially since I don't know what risk factors you may have. If a heart condition is ruled out, it could be musculoskeletal inflammation, acid reflex, etc.

Answered 4/4/2016

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A member asked:

I have been having sharp pains around the heart area. and my left breast has been hurting me. my left arm felt numb for a couple of minutes ( related?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alexis Oliveros answered

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