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Which type of cardiac problems cause, shortness of breathe, pressure tightness and chest pain?

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Dr. David Kam answered

Chest discomfort: The cause of your symptoms range from stress to congestive heart failure( uncommon in a 34 years old). See a cardiologist.

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Answered 12/1/2019

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