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I was having chest pain almost a week and a half ago. went the er and they gave me steroids to clear it up now they are back everyday?

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Dr. Budi Bahureksa answered

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Heart or lungs ?: It sounds like they are treating you for breathing problem -- now you need to see your doctor if the pain recurred ?

Answered 4/18/2013

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A member asked:

I was having chest pain almost a week and a half ago. went the er and they gave me steroids to clear it up now they are back everyday?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Budi Bahureksa answered

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