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Is it okay to take aspirin when having a chest pain?

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Chest pain: Yes it is ok. Aspirin is one of the treatments for coronary artery disease.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. A. tarig Ahmed answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: In fact this is the first thing you should do.

Answered 4/11/2014

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