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Sometimes i get a sharp pain in my chest feels like a electric shock . why does that happen feels like my chest is ripping apart .
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Nerve / bone: Your chest has a lot of nerves and joints in the front part. In young people this area is sensitive because there is a lot of movement and stress there. Direct nerve irritation can cause horrible pain.
Answered 7/27/2020
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