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I am 16 years old and i have a little pain in the chest area near the heart. could this be serious?

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Usually not: Common causes of chest pain in children are musculoskeletal pain, costochondritis, and asthma. If you feel chest pain during exercise or on exertion could be related to heart condition.

Answered 7/2/2013

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A member asked:

I am 16 years old and i have a little pain in the chest area near the heart. could this be serious?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jay Park answered

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