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I have been having pain below my left chest side.above the heart area.it is continuous. it comes back after 5 minutes and happens again for 10 seconds?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Left sided: chest pain, especially, recurring in nature should be seen and evaluated in the ER setting asap. I suggest having a friend or family member transport you directly.

Answered 1/5/2019

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A member asked:

I have been having pain below my left chest side.above the heart area.it is continuous. it comes back after 5 minutes and happens again for 10 seconds?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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