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I have dull chest pain between my breasts... i am not sure if its reflux... i have this persistant pain since morning... my chest feels heavy or tight, like i need to inhale air for it to open up. should i worry?

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Dr. John Berryman answered

Dull chest pain: Symptoms as described suggest gastrointestinal (esophageal) spasms. Chest pain at age 39 should be evaluated by a physician, mainly to rule out cardiac conditions which can mimic these symptoms.

Dr Dosanjh agreed

Answered 12/12/2019

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A member asked:

I have dull chest pain between my breasts... i am not sure if its reflux... i have this persistant pain since morning... my chest feels heavy or tight, like i need to inhale air for it to open up. should i worry?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Berryman answered

Dr Dosanjh agreed

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