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I have upper back and chest pains when walking that are very bad.

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Requires exam: and direct observation and imaging to make a diagnosis. I suggest immediate medical evaluation and testing.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/7/2019

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