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A few times this month i've felt a little bit of pressure, very slight brief pain around mid chest. should i walk or run to the doctor?

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See your physician: Needs cardiac work up if negative Stop ibuprofen .start PPI otc ,anti teflux precautions needs work up

Answered 6/22/2017

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