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Been having left arm/shoulder pain, my cardio said it was heart related -waiting 4 cardio cath. what symptoms would indicate something serious/urgent?

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Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

Heart pain: If your pain increases in frequency or intensity or with minor exertion,go to the ER.

Answered 1/5/2019

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A member asked:

Been having left arm/shoulder pain, my cardio said it was heart related -waiting 4 cardio cath. what symptoms would indicate something serious/urgent?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

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