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I have left chest pain and burning off and on what does it mean? it also hurts my rib sometime. could it cancer,heart,or can it be pulled muscle? thank you?

Q: i have left chest pain and burning off and on what does it mean? it also hurts my rib sometime. could it cancer,heart,or can it be pulled muscle? thank you?

: The rule of thumb is that all chest pain should be evaluated. Call your GP or report to Urgent Care.

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

The rule of thumb is that all chest pain should be evaluated. Call your GP or report to Urgent Care.

Answered 2/22/2022

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

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A member asked:

I have left chest pain and burning off and on what does it mean? it also hurts my rib sometime. could it cancer,heart,or can it be pulled muscle? thank you?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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