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I feel a strain at the left side of my chest downward mainly when i sleep on my back. is that muscular or it is due to ibs? is it dangerous

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Dr. Rawhi Omar answered

More info needed: Your perception of strain needs more clarification. Left chest pain or discomfort in a young individual may be due to stress, indigestion, hiatal hernia, muscle trauma etc. Check with your dr if persists

Answered 8/10/2020

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A member asked:

I feel a strain at the left side of my chest downward mainly when i sleep on my back. is that muscular or it is due to ibs? is it dangerous

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rawhi Omar answered

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