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Everytime i lay on my side left/right a dull pain starts in my chest. it's like there is pressure on it. it has been a month since it started.

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Unclear : This me or may not indicate a lung problem. There may be a simple explanation. Your evaluation will help clarify that this may mean.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/19/2013

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A member asked:

Everytime i lay on my side left/right a dull pain starts in my chest. it's like there is pressure on it. it has been a month since it started.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Goldman answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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